Strong's Lexicon hosiós: Holy, pious, devout, righteous Original Word: ὅσιος Word Origin: Derived from a root word meaning "sacred" or "holy." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with "hosiós" is קָדוֹשׁ (qadosh), which also means holy or set apart. This term is frequently used in the Old Testament to describe God's holiness and the holiness He requires from His people. Usage: The term "hosiós" is used in the New Testament to describe a quality of holiness or piety that is in accordance with God's standards. It often refers to a moral and ethical purity that aligns with divine law and is pleasing to God. This holiness is not just ritualistic but involves a genuine devotion and righteousness in one's conduct and character. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of holiness was often associated with religious rituals and the gods. However, in the Judeo-Christian context, "hosiós" transcends mere ritual and is deeply connected to the character and nature of God. It reflects a life lived in obedience to God's commandments and in relationship with Him. The early Christians understood holiness as being set apart for God's purposes, embodying His moral and ethical standards in a world that often opposed them. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 3743 hosíōs (an adverb, derived from 3741 /hósios, "what is sanctioned by the Lord") – properly, divinely-sanctioned and therefore worthy of reverence (used only in 1 Thes 2:10). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from hosios Definition piously, holily NASB Translation devoutly (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3743: ὁσίωςὁσίως (ὅσιος) (from Euripides down), adverb, piously, holily: joined with δικαίως, 1 Thessalonians 2:10 (ἁγνῶς καί ὁσίως καί δικαίως, Theophilus ad Autol. 1, 7). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance devoutlyAdverb from hosios; piously -- holily. see GREEK hosios Forms and Transliterations οσιως οσίως ὁσίως hosios hosiōs hosíos hosíōs osios osiōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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