φιλοφρόνως
philophronōs
hospitably
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe word φιλοφρόνως (philophronōs), with the Strong's number G5390, is a Greek term that conveys the idea of hospitably. On one occasion in the Bible, φιλοφρόνως is used to express a sense of generosity and kindness towards guests, highlighting a disposition that is welcoming and accommodating. Given its limited occurrence, the scope of usage for this term is quite narrow, focusing primarily on interactions with strangers or travelers. This context suggests that φιλοφρόνως is more concerned with the practical actions of a host than with abstract concepts like friendship or companionship. In its singular appearance in the Bible, φιλοφρόνως emphasizes the importance of warmth and generosity in treating visitors, underscoring the value of gracious hospitality.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text