Strong's Lexicon trophos: Nurse, Nourisher Original Word: τροφός Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb τρέφω (trephō), meaning "to nourish" or "to feed." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "trophos," the concept of nurturing and caregiving can be related to Hebrew terms like "אָמַן" (aman, Strong's H539), which means to support or nourish, often used in the context of a nurse or guardian. Usage: The term "trophos" refers to a nurse or one who nourishes and cares for others, particularly in the context of a caregiver or a wet nurse who provides sustenance and care for infants. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe a nurturing and caring role. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek and Roman societies, a "trophos" was often a woman employed to breastfeed and care for infants, especially in wealthy families. This role was crucial in ensuring the survival and health of children, as infant mortality rates were high. The concept of a "trophos" extended beyond physical nourishment to include emotional and educational nurturing, reflecting the broader responsibilities of caregiving in the family and community. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 5162 trophós (from 5142 /tréphō, "to improve by giving nurture and care") – properly, a care-giver, sustaining someone by nourishing and giving tender care like a nurse (used only in 1 Thes 2:7). [5162 (trophós) is used in ancient Greek of a mother's tender care, holding her child in her arms (see BAGD).] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom trephó Definition a nurse NASB Translation nursing (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5162: τροφόςτροφός, τροφου, ἡ (τρέφω; see τροφή), a nurse: 1 Thessalonians 2:7. (From Homer down; for מֵינֶקֶת, Genesis 35:8; 2 Kings 11:2; Isaiah 49:23.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance nurse. From trepho; a nourisher, i.e. Nurse -- nurse. see GREEK trepho Forms and Transliterations ετροφοφόρησε τροφήν τροφοί τροφος τροφός τροφὸς τροφοφορήσαι trophos trophòsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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