Berean Strong's Lexicon Philémón: Philemon Original Word: Φιλήμων Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word "philos," meaning "beloved" or "dear." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the name Philemon, as it is a Greek name specific to the New Testament context. Usage: Philemon is a personal name used in the New Testament. It refers to a Christian leader and the primary recipient of the Apostle Paul's Epistle to Philemon. The name signifies someone who is affectionate or beloved, reflecting the close relationship between Paul and Philemon. Cultural and Historical Background: Philemon was a wealthy Christian and a leader in the Colossian church. He is believed to have hosted a house church, as indicated in Paul's letter. The epistle addresses Philemon's relationship with his runaway slave, Onesimus, whom Paul had converted to Christianity. The letter is a personal appeal from Paul for Philemon to forgive Onesimus and accept him as a brother in Christ, highlighting the transformative power of the Gospel in social relationships. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom phileó Definition "kindly," Philemon, a Christian NASB Translation Philemon (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5371: ΦιλημονΦιλημον, Φιλημονος, ὁ, Philemon, of Colossae, converted to Christianity by Paul (Philemon 1:19), and the recipient of the lovely little letter which bears his name in the N. T.: Philemon 1:1. (BB. DD., under the word; especially Lightfoot's Commentary on Colossians and Philemon, Introduction.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Philemon. From phileo; friendly; Philemon, a Christian -- Philemon. see GREEK phileo Forms and Transliterations Φιλημονι Φιλήμονι Philemoni Philēmoni PhilḗmoniLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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