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The meaning of φιλάδελφος

Understanding philádelphos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

love as brethren. - fond of brethren, i.e. fraternal

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φιλάδελφος

Phoneticfil-ad'-el-fos
Transliterationphiládelphos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

love as brethren. - fond of brethren, i.e. fraternal

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
1 Peter 3:8

Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:

Word: φιλάδελφος (philádelphos)

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