Strong's Lexicon theosebeia: Godliness, piety Original Word: θεοσέβεια Word Origin: Derived from θεός (theos, "God") and σέβομαι (sebomai, "to revere" or "to worship") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of godliness is יִרְאַת יְהוָה (yirat Yahweh), meaning "fear of the LORD," which conveys a similar sense of reverence and devotion to God. This is seen in passages like Proverbs 1:7, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge." Usage: The term "theosebeia" refers to a devout reverence and respect for God, often translated as "godliness" or "piety" in English. It encompasses a life that is lived in accordance with God's will, characterized by a deep, sincere devotion and a commitment to living out one's faith in practical ways. This concept is central to Christian ethics and spirituality, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's actions and attitudes with the divine nature and commands. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, piety was a significant virtue, often associated with religious observance and moral integrity. For early Christians, theosebeia went beyond mere ritualistic practices, embodying a holistic lifestyle that reflected the teachings of Jesus Christ. It was a counter-cultural stance in a society that often valued external religious displays over genuine spiritual transformation. The early church fathers emphasized theosebeia as essential for Christian maturity and witness. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 2317 theosébeia – properly, God-fearing (veneration); godly respect, reverence (used only in 1 Tim 2:10). See 2318 (theosebēs). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom theosebés Definition fear of God NASB Translation godliness (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2317: θεοσέβειαθεοσέβεια, θεοσεβείας, ἡ (θεοσεβής), reverence toward God, godliness: 1 Timothy 2:10. (Xenophon, an. 2, 6, 26; Plato, epin., p. 985 d.; the Sept. Genesis 20:11; Job 28:28; Baruch 5:4; Sir. 1:25 ( Strong's Exhaustive Concordance godliness. From theosebes; devoutness, i.e. Piety -- godliness. see GREEK theosebes Forms and Transliterations θεοσέβεια θεοσεβειαν θεοσέβειαν theosebeian theosébeianLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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