5170. Truphaina

Lexicon

Truphaina: Tryphena

Original Word: Τρυφαίνη
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: Truphaina
Pronunciation: troo-FYE-nah
Phonetic Spelling: (troo'-fahee-nah)
Definition: Tryphena
Meaning: Tryphaena, a Christian woman in Rome.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Tryphena.

From truphe; luxurious; Tryphoena, a Christian woman -- Tryphena.

see GREEK truphe

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from truphé
Definition
Tryphaena, a Christian woman
NASB Translation
Tryphaena (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5170: Τρύφαινα

Τρύφαινα, Τρυφαινης, ἡ (τρυφάω, which see), Tryphaena, a Christian woman: Romans 16:12. (B. D., under the word; Lightfoot on Philippians, p. 175f.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root "τρυφή" (truphē), meaning "luxury" or "delicacy."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek name Τρυφαίνη, as it is a personal name specific to the New Testament context. However, the concept of "luxury" or "delicacy" can be related to Hebrew words such as עֹנֶג (oneg, Strong's 6027), meaning "delight" or "luxury."

Usage: The name Tryphaina appears once in the New Testament, specifically in the Epistle to the Romans.

Context: • Biblical Context: Tryphaina is mentioned in Romans 16:12, where the Apostle Paul sends greetings to her, along with Tryphosa, as women who "work hard in the Lord." This brief mention suggests that Tryphaina was a member of the early Christian community in Rome and was recognized for her diligent service to the church. The pairing of her name with Tryphosa, which also means "delicate" or "luxurious," may indicate that they were sisters or close companions, possibly of noble or affluent background, who dedicated themselves to the ministry.
• Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, names like Tryphaina, derived from words associated with luxury, were not uncommon among women of higher social standing. The mention of such women in Paul's epistle highlights the diverse makeup of the early Christian communities, which included individuals from various social strata who contributed to the spread of the Gospel.
• Theological Significance: The inclusion of Tryphaina in Paul's greetings underscores the important role women played in the early church. Despite the patriarchal context of the time, women like Tryphaina were active participants in ministry and were acknowledged by church leaders for their contributions. This reflects the transformative nature of the Christian message, which elevated the status and roles of women within the faith community.

Forms and Transliterations

Τρυφαιναν Τρύφαιναν τρυφαλίδας Truphainan Tryphainan Trýphainan

Englishman's Concordance

Romans 16:12 N-AFS
GRK: ἀσπάσασθε Τρύφαιναν καὶ Τρυφῶσαν
NAS: Greet Tryphaena and Tryphosa, workers
KJV: Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa,
INT: greet Tryphaena and Tryphosa

Strong's Greek 5170
1 Occurrence

Τρύφαιναν — 1 Occ.