Strong's Lexicon chrésteuomai: To be kind, to show oneself useful or benevolent. Original Word: χρηστεύομαι Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word χρηστός (chrēstos), meaning "useful" or "kind." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent to chrésteuomai, the concept of kindness is often expressed in the Hebrew Bible with words like חֶסֶד (chesed), which denotes loving-kindness, mercy, and covenantal loyalty. Usage: The verb chrésteuomai is used to describe an action characterized by kindness, benevolence, or a gentle disposition. It implies an active demonstration of goodness and a willingness to be of service to others. In the context of Christian teaching, it reflects the nature of love that is patient and kind, as described in the New Testament. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, virtues such as kindness and benevolence were highly regarded, often associated with the ideal of a good citizen or ruler. The early Christian community adopted and expanded these virtues, emphasizing them as essential characteristics of a life transformed by the Holy Spirit. The concept of kindness was not merely an abstract ideal but a practical expression of love and service within the community. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chréstos Definition to be kind NASB Translation kind (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5541: χρηστεύομαιχρηστεύομαι; (χρηστός, which see); to show oneself mild, to be kind, use kindness: 1 Corinthians 13:4. (Ecclesiastical writings, as Eusebius, h. e. 5, 1, 46; τίνι, toward one, Clement of Rome, 1 Cor. 13, 2 [ET]; 14, 3 [ET].) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be kind. Middle voice from chrestos; to show oneself useful, i.e. Act benevolently -- be kind. see GREEK chrestos Forms and Transliterations χρηστευεται χρηστεύεται chresteuetai chresteúetai chrēsteuetai chrēsteúetaiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Corinthians 13:4 V-PIM/P-3SGRK: ἀγάπη μακροθυμεῖ χρηστεύεται ἡ ἀγάπη NAS: love is kind [and] is not jealous; KJV: suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity INT: Love has patience is kind love |
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