5112. tolméroteron

Lexicon

tolméroteron: More daring, bolder

Original Word: τολμηρότερον
Part of Speech: Adverb, Comparative
Transliteration: tolméroteron
Pronunciation: tol-may-ROT-er-on
Phonetic Spelling: (tol-may-rot'-er-on)
Definition: More daring, bolder
Meaning: more boldly, more freely, with more confidence.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

the more boldly.

Neuter of the compound of a derivative of the base of tolmao (as adverb); more daringly, i.e. With greater confidence than otherwise -- the more boldly.

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 5112 tolmēróteron – the comparative (-er) form of bold meaning "bolder." See 5111 (tolmaō).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
adverb from cptv. of tolméros (bold)
Definition
boldly
NASB Translation
very boldly (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5112: τολμηρότερον

τολμηρότερον (neuter comparitive from the adjective τολμηρός), (Thucydides, and following), more boldly: Romans 15:15 (Lachmann's stereotyped edition; Tr text WH τολμηροτερως; Winer's Grammar, 243 (228)).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root τολμάω (tolmáō), meaning "to dare" or "to be bold."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for τολμηρότερον, the concept of boldness and courage can be found in various Hebrew terms such as חָזַק (chazaq • Strong's Hebrew 2388), meaning "to be strong" or "to strengthen," and אָמֵץ (amats • Strong's Hebrew 553), meaning "to be strong" or "to be courageous." These terms similarly convey the idea of strength and courage in the face of challenges, often in the context of faith and reliance on God.

Usage: This word is used in the New Testament to describe an action performed with increased boldness or courage. It is often associated with the proclamation of the Gospel or the expression of faith in the face of opposition.

Context: The adverb τολμηρότερον appears in the New Testament to convey a sense of increased boldness or courage, particularly in the context of preaching or defending the Christian faith. This term is used to describe the manner in which individuals, emboldened by their faith or the encouragement of others, speak or act with greater confidence and fearlessness.

In Philippians 1:14, the Apostle Paul uses τολμηρότερον to describe how his imprisonment has inspired other believers to speak the word of God with greater boldness. The verse reads: "And most of the brothers, confident in the Lord by my chains, now dare all the more to speak the word without fear." Here, τολμηρότερον underscores the transformative power of faith and the Holy Spirit in emboldening believers to proclaim the Gospel despite potential risks or persecution.

The concept of boldness is a recurring theme in the New Testament, often linked to the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. This boldness is not merely human courage but is seen as a divine enablement that allows believers to transcend their natural fears and limitations. The use of τολμηρότερον in the New Testament serves as an encouragement to Christians to rely on God's strength and to be fearless in their witness to the truth of the Gospel.

Forms and Transliterations

τολμηρότερον τολμηροτερως τολμηροτέρως tolmeroteron tolmeróteron tolmēroteron tolmēróteron

Englishman's Concordance

Romans 15:15 Adv
GRK: τολμηρότερον δὲ ἔγραψα
NAS: But I have written very boldly to you on some points
KJV: I have written the more boldly unto you
INT: More boldly however I did write

Strong's Greek 5112
1 Occurrence

τολμηρότερον — 1 Occ.