Strong's Lexicon semnos: Noble, honorable, dignified, worthy of respect Original Word: σεμνός Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb σέβομαι (sebomai), meaning "to revere" or "to worship." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "semnos," the concept of dignity and honor can be found in Hebrew words such as כָּבוֹד (kabod), meaning "glory" or "honor," and יָקָר (yaqar), meaning "precious" or "honorable." Usage: The Greek adjective "semnos" conveys a sense of dignity and respectability. It is used to describe qualities or characteristics that are noble and worthy of honor. In the New Testament, it often refers to the demeanor or conduct of individuals, particularly those in leadership or those who are to be emulated by others. The term suggests a seriousness of purpose and a gravity that commands respect. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, virtues such as honor and dignity were highly esteemed. The concept of "semnos" would have resonated with early Christian communities as they sought to live lives that were distinct from the surrounding pagan culture. The term reflects a call to live in a manner that is above reproach, embodying the values of the Kingdom of God in a way that is visible and commendable to others. HELPS Word-studies 4586 semnós (an adjective derived from 4576 /sébomai, "to revere, be in awe") – properly, what is august (dignified, has "gravitas"); weighty, deeply respected because viewed as majestic (having "gravity"); grave. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom sebó Definition reverend, i.e. venerable, spec. serious NASB Translation dignified (2), honorable (1), men of dignity (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4586: σεμνόςσεμνός, σεμνή, σεμνόν (σέβω), from (Homer h. Cer., others), Aeschylus, Pindar down, august, venerable, reverend; to be venerated for character, honorable: of persons (A. V. grave), 1 Timothy 3:8, 11; Titus 2:2; of deeds, Philippians 4:8. (Cf. Trench, § xcii.; Schmidt, chapter 173, 5.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance grave, honest. From sebomai; venerable, i.e. Honorable -- grave, honest. see GREEK sebomai Forms and Transliterations σεμνα σεμνά σεμναί σεμνας σεμνάς σεμνους σεμνούς semna semná semnas semnás semnous semnoúsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Philippians 4:8 Adj-NNPGRK: ἀληθῆ ὅσα σεμνά ὅσα δίκαια NAS: whatever is honorable, whatever KJV: whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things INT: true whatever honorable whatever right 1 Timothy 3:8 Adj-AMP 1 Timothy 3:11 Adj-AFP Titus 2:2 Adj-AMP Strong's Greek 4586 |
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