Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φιλοτιμέομαι”
Understanding philotiméomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice from a compound of φίλος and τιμή labour, strive, study. - to be fond of honor, i.e. emulous (eager or earn...
G5389
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φιλοτιμέομαι
Phoneticfil-ot-im-eh'-om-ahee
Transliterationphilotiméomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice from a compound of φίλος and τιμή labour, strive, study. - to be fond of honor, i.e. emulous (eager or earnest to do something)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 15:20 | “Yea, so have I strived to preach the gospel, not where Christ was named, lest I should build upon another man’s foundation:” Word: φιλοτιμέομαι (philotiméomai) | |
| 2 Corinthians 5:9 | “Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.” Word: φιλοτιμέομαι (philotiméomai) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 4:11 | “And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;” Word: φιλοτιμέομαι (philotiméomai) |