Strong's Lexicon Numpha: Numpha Original Word: Νύμφαν Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word νύμφη (nymphē), meaning "bride" or "young woman." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the name Numpha, as it is a Greek name. However, the concept of a "bride" or "young woman" can be related to Hebrew words like כַּלָּה (kallah), meaning "bride." Usage: Numpha is a personal name mentioned in the New Testament. It refers to a Christian individual, likely a woman, who hosted a house church. The name appears in the context of greetings and instructions given by the Apostle Paul. Cultural and Historical Background: In the early Christian church, it was common for believers to gather in homes for worship, teaching, and fellowship. These house churches were vital for the spread of Christianity, especially in a time when there were no dedicated church buildings. Hosting a church in one's home was a significant contribution to the Christian community and often indicated a person of some means and hospitality. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom numphé Definition Nympha, a Christian of Laodicea NASB Translation Nympha (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3564: νύμφαςνύμφας, Νύμφα, ὁ (perhaps contracted from νυμφοδωρος; cf. Winers Grammar, 102f (97); on accent cf. Chandler § 32), Nymphas, a Christian inhabitant of Laodicea: Colossians 4:15 (L WH Tr marginal reading read Νύμφαν, i. e. Nympha, the name of a woman; see especially Lightfoot ad loc, and p. 256). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Nymphas. Probably contracted for a compound of numphe and doron; nymph-given (i.e. -born); Nymphas, a Christian -- Nymphas. see GREEK numphe see GREEK doron Forms and Transliterations Νυμφαν Νύμφαν νυμφεύσεως Numphan Nymphan NýmphanLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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