γνήσιος

gnēsiosAdjectiveG1103

genuine

From: from the same as G1077 (γενέσια);

Short Definition

legitimate (of birth), i.e. genuine

Full Lexicon Entry

1.prop., lawfully begotten, born in wedlock (in π., γυνὴ γ., a lawful wife; MM, ).
2.true, genuine, sincere
LXX Usage: *

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

4 times

Appears 4 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Timothy
1
2 Corinthians
1
Philippians
1
Titus
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Timothy 1:2
  • 2 Corinthians 8:8
  • Philippians 4:3
  • Titus 1:4

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