Strong's Lexicon prepó: to be fitting, to be proper, to be suitable Original Word: πρέπω Word Origin: A primary verb Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "prepó," the concept of propriety and fittingness can be related to Hebrew words like יָשָׁר (yashar, Strong's H3477), meaning "upright" or "straight," which conveys a sense of moral rightness or suitability. Usage: The Greek verb "prepó" conveys the idea of something being appropriate or suitable in a given context. It is often used to describe actions, behaviors, or conditions that are deemed proper or fitting according to a standard or expectation. In the New Testament, it is used to express what is suitable or proper in the sight of God or within the Christian community. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, societal norms and expectations were highly valued, and the concept of propriety was significant in both public and private life. The use of "prepó" in the New Testament reflects the early Christian emphasis on living in a manner that is fitting for followers of Christ, aligning with the moral and ethical standards set forth by the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. HELPS Word-studies 4241 prépō (a primitive verb meaning "tower up," "be conspicuous," so Strong's Dictionary) – properly, stand out, be conspicuous, especially in a way that is suitable ("fitting"). 4241 (prepō) refers to acting appropriately in a particular situation, i.e. as it is seemly to God and therefore "'conspicuous amongst others; hence eminent, distinguished. . . seemly fit'" (Vine, Unger, White, NT, 55). [This is also the meaning of this term in Homer, Odyssey 8:172.] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. verb Definition to be fitting, proper, suitable NASB Translation fitting (4), proper (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4241: πρέπωπρέπω; imperfect 3 person singular ἔπρεπε; 1. to stand out, to be conspicuous, to be eminent; so from Homer, Iliad 12, 104 down. 2. to be becoming, seemly, fit (from Pindar, Aeschylus, Herodotus down): πρέπει τίνι with a subject nominative, Hebrews 7:26 (Psalm 32:1 Apparently a primary verb; to tower up (be conspicuous), i.e. (by implication) to be suitable or proper (third person singular present indicative, often used impersonally, it is fit or right) -- become, comely. Englishman's Concordance Matthew 3:15 V-PPA-NNSGRK: οὕτως γὰρ πρέπον ἐστὶν ἡμῖν NAS: for in this way it is fitting for us to fulfill KJV: for thus it becometh us to fulfil INT: thus indeed fitting it is to us 1 Corinthians 11:13 V-PPA-NNS Ephesians 5:3 V-PIA-3S 1 Timothy 2:10 V-PIA-3S Titus 2:1 V-PIA-3S Hebrews 2:10 V-IIA-3S Hebrews 7:26 V-IIA-3S Strong's Greek 4241 |
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