Strong's Lexicon Phlegón: Phlegon Original Word: Φλέγων Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb φλέγω (phlegō), meaning "to burn" or "to shine." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the name Phlegon, as it is a Greek name. However, the concept of zeal or fervor can be related to Hebrew words like קִנְאָה (qin'ah), meaning "zeal" or "jealousy." Usage: Phlegon is a personal name mentioned in the New Testament. It is used to refer to an individual who was part of the early Christian community in Rome. The name itself suggests a connotation of brightness or fervor, possibly indicating a person of notable zeal or enthusiasm. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of the early Christian church, names often carried significant meaning and were sometimes indicative of a person's character or role within the community. Phlegon, as a member of the Roman church, would have been part of a diverse and growing group of believers in the heart of the Roman Empire. The early church in Rome was known for its mixture of Jewish and Gentile Christians, and individuals like Phlegon would have contributed to the spread of the Gospel in a challenging environment. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as phlox Definition Phlegon, a Christian NASB Translation Phlegon (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5393: ΦλέγωνΦλέγων (i. e. 'burning'), Φλεγοντος, ὁ, Phlegon, a Christian at Rome: Romans 16:14. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Phlegon. Active participle of the base of phlox; blazing; Phlegon, a Christian -- Phlegon. see GREEK phlox Forms and Transliterations φλέβας Φλεγοντα Φλέγοντα φλιά φλιαί φλιάν φλιάς φλιών Phlegonta PhlégontaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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