The meaning of “ἀγαπητός”
Understanding agapētós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(dearly, well) beloved, dear.
ἀγαπητός
(dearly, well) beloved, dear.
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:18 | “Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles.” Word: ἀγαπητός (agapētós) | |
| Romans 16:5 | “Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Salute my wellbeloved Epenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia unto Christ.” Word: ἀγαπητός (agapētós) | |
| Philippians 4:1 | “Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.” Word: ἀγαπητός (agapētós) | |
| 2 Timothy 1:2 | “To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.” Word: ἀγαπητός (agapētós) | |
| 1 Peter 4:12 | “Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:” Word: ἀγαπητός (agapētós) |