Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀδελφότης”
Understanding adelphótēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
brethren, brotherhood. - brotherhood (properly, the feeling of brotherliness), i.e. the (Christian) fraternity
G81
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀδελφότης
Phoneticad-el-fot'-ace
Transliterationadelphótēs
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
brethren, brotherhood. - brotherhood (properly, the feeling of brotherliness), i.e. the (Christian) fraternity
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Peter 2:17 | “Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.” Word: ἀδελφότης (adelphótēs) | |
| 1 Peter 5:9 | “Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.” Word: ἀδελφότης (adelphótēs) |