Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φιλανθρωπία”
Understanding philanthrōpía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
kindness, love towards man. - fondness of mankind, i.e. benevolence ("philanthropy")
G5363
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φιλανθρωπία
Phoneticfil-an-thro-pee'-ah
Transliterationphilanthrōpía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
kindness, love towards man. - fondness of mankind, i.e. benevolence ("philanthropy")
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 28:2 | “And the barbarous people shewed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us every one, because of the present rain, and because of the cold.” Word: φιλανθρωπία (philanthrōpía) | |
| Titus 3:4 | “But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared,” Word: φιλανθρωπία (philanthrōpía) |