Strong's Lexicon philéma: Kiss Original Word: φίλημα Word Origin: From the Greek verb φιλέω (phileō), meaning "to love" or "to show affection." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "philéma," the concept of a kiss as a greeting or sign of affection can be found in the Hebrew Bible, such as in Genesis 27:26-27 and 2 Samuel 20:9. Usage: The term "philéma" refers to a kiss, often used as a gesture of greeting, farewell, or affection. In the New Testament, it is typically associated with the "holy kiss," a sign of Christian fellowship and love among believers. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greco-Roman world, a kiss was a common form of greeting among friends and family. It was a sign of respect, affection, and unity. Within the early Christian communities, the "holy kiss" became a symbol of peace and brotherhood, transcending social and cultural barriers. This practice was rooted in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles, emphasizing love and unity among believers. HELPS Word-studies 5370 phílēma (from 5368 /philéō, "share warm affection") – a kiss to show respect or affection between friends – i.e. people sharing a deep (common) bond. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom phileó Definition a kiss NASB Translation kiss (7). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5370: φίλημαφίλημα, φιληματος, τό, from Aeschylus down, a kiss (see φιλέω, 2): Luke 7:45; Luke 22:48 (Proverbs 27:6; Song of Solomon 1:2); ἅγιον, the kiss with which, as a sign of fraternal affection, Christians were accustomed to welcome or dismiss their companions in the faith: Romans 16:16; 1 Corinthians 16:20; 2 Corinthians 13:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:26; it is also called φίλημα ἀγάπης, 1 Peter 5:14. Cf. Kahle, De osculo sancto (Regiom. 1867); (B. D., under the word Kiss; also Dict. of Christ. Antiq. under the word Kiss). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance kiss. From phileo; a kiss -- kiss. see GREEK phileo Forms and Transliterations φιλημα φίλημά φιλήματα φιληματι φιλήματι φιλημάτων philema philēma phílemá phílēmá philemati philēmati philḗmatiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 7:45 N-ANSGRK: φίλημά μοι οὐκ NAS: Me no kiss; but she, since KJV: me no kiss: but this woman INT: A kiss to me not Luke 22:48 N-DNS Romans 16:16 N-DNS 1 Corinthians 16:20 N-DNS 2 Corinthians 13:12 N-DNS 1 Thessalonians 5:26 N-DNS 1 Peter 5:14 N-DNS Strong's Greek 5370 |
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