Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φιλάργυρος”
Understanding philárgyros reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
covetous. - fond of silver (money), i.e. avaricious
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φιλάργυρος
Phoneticfil-ar'-goo-ros
Transliterationphilárgyros
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
covetous. - fond of silver (money), i.e. avaricious
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 16:14 | “And the Pharisees also, who were covetous, heard all these things: and they derided him.” Word: φιλάργυρος (philárgyros) | |
| 2 Timothy 3:2 | “For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,” Word: φιλάργυρος (philárgyros) |