4736. Stephanos
Berean Strong's Lexicon
Stephanos: Crown

Original Word: στέφανος
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: Stephanos
Pronunciation: STEF-an-os
Phonetic Spelling: (stef'-an-os)
Definition: Crown
Meaning: Stephen, one of the seven original deacons at Jerusalem, and the first martyr.

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb "stephō," meaning "to encircle" or "to crown."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "stephanos," the concept of a crown is present in the Old Testament, often represented by the Hebrew word "עֲטָרָה" (atarah), which also signifies a crown or wreath (e.g., Proverbs 4:9).

Usage: In the New Testament, "stephanos" refers to a crown or wreath, often symbolizing victory, honor, or reward. Unlike a royal diadem, which signifies sovereignty, a "stephanos" is typically associated with the laurel wreaths awarded to victors in athletic contests or to those honored for their achievements. It is used metaphorically to describe the eternal rewards and honors bestowed upon believers by God.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, a "stephanos" was a wreath or garland awarded to victors in athletic competitions, such as the Olympic Games. It was a symbol of triumph and honor. In Roman times, it was also used to honor military victors and distinguished citizens. The New Testament writers adopted this imagery to convey the concept of spiritual victory and the eternal rewards awaiting believers who remain faithful to Christ.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
the same as stephanos
Definition
"crown," Stephen, the first Christian martyr
NASB Translation
Stephen (7).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 4736: Στέφανος

Στέφανος, Στεφάνου, , Stephen, one of the seven 'deacons' of the church at Jerusalem who was stoned to death by the Jews: Acts 6:5, 8; Acts 7:59; Acts 8:2; Acts 11:19; Acts 22:20.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Stephen.

The same as stephanos; Stephanus, a Christian -- Stephen.

see GREEK stephanos

Forms and Transliterations
Στεφανον Στέφανον Στεφανος Στέφανος Στεφανου Στεφάνου Στεφανω Στεφάνῳ Stephano Stephanō Stephánoi Stephánōi Stephanon Stéphanon Stephanos Stéphanos Stephanou Stephánou
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Englishman's Concordance
Acts 6:5 N-AMS
GRK: καὶ ἐξελέξαντο Στέφανον ἄνδρα πλήρης
NAS: and they chose Stephen, a man
KJV: and they chose Stephen, a man full
INT: and they chose Stephen a man full

Acts 6:8 N-NMS
GRK: Στέφανος δὲ πλήρης
NAS: And Stephen, full of grace
KJV: And Stephen, full of faith
INT: Stephen moreover full

Acts 6:9 N-DMS
GRK: συζητοῦντες τῷ Στεφάνῳ
NAS: rose up and argued with Stephen.
KJV: of Asia, disputing with Stephen.
INT: disputing with Stephen

Acts 7:59 N-AMS
GRK: ἐλιθοβόλουν τὸν Στέφανον ἐπικαλούμενον καὶ
NAS: They went on stoning Stephen as he called
KJV: they stoned Stephen, calling upon
INT: they stoned Stephen invoking and

Acts 8:2 N-AMS
GRK: δὲ τὸν Στέφανον ἄνδρες εὐλαβεῖς
NAS: men buried Stephen, and made loud
KJV: carried Stephen [to his burial], and
INT: moreover Stephen men devout

Acts 11:19 N-DMS
GRK: γενομένης ἐπὶ Στεφάνῳ διῆλθον ἕως
NAS: in connection with Stephen made their way
KJV: about Stephen travelled
INT: had taken place over Stephen passed through to

Acts 22:20 N-GMS
GRK: τὸ αἷμα Στεφάνου τοῦ μάρτυρός
NAS: of Your witness Stephen was being shed,
KJV: of thy martyr Stephen was shed, I
INT: the blood of Stephen the witness

Strong's Greek 4736
7 Occurrences


Στεφάνῳ — 2 Occ.
Στέφανον — 3 Occ.
Στέφανος — 1 Occ.
Στεφάνου — 1 Occ.

















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