Strong's Lexicon philadelphos: Brotherly love, loving one's brother Original Word: φιλάδελφος Word Origin: Derived from φίλος (philos, meaning "loving" or "dear") and ἀδελφός (adelphos, meaning "brother"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "philadelphos," the concept of brotherly love can be related to the Hebrew word אַח (ach, Strong's H251), meaning "brother," which carries connotations of kinship and loyalty. Usage: The term "philadelphos" is used to describe a love that is characterized by a deep affection and care for one's fellow believers, akin to the love shared between siblings. It emphasizes the importance of unity, mutual support, and genuine care within the Christian community. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of brotherly love was often associated with familial bonds and loyalty. The early Christian church adopted and expanded this idea to include all members of the faith community, transcending ethnic, social, and economic barriers. This was a radical departure from the prevailing cultural norms, which often prioritized familial and tribal allegiances. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 5361 philádelphos (from 5384 /phílos, "affectionate friend" and 80 /adelphós, "brother") – "brotherly," referring to the love between fellow family-members – i.e. (redeemed) people in God's family (used only in 1 Pet 3:8). See 5360 (philadelphia). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom philos and adelphos Definition loving one's brother NASB Translation brotherly (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5361: φιλάδελφοςφιλάδελφος, φιλαδελφον (φίλος and ἀδελφός), loving brother or sister (Sophocles, Plutarch, Anthol.); in a broader sense, loving one like a brother, Xenophon, mem. 2, 3, 17; loving one's fellow-countrymen, of an Israelite, 2 Macc. 15:14; of a Christian loving Christians, 1 Peter 3:8 (R. V. loving as brethren). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance love as brothersFrom philos and adephos; fond of brethren, i.e. Fraternal -- love as brethren. see GREEK philos see GREEK adephos Forms and Transliterations φιλαδελφοι φιλάδελφοι φιλαμαρτήμων philadelphoi philádelphoiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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