Strong’s G1157

δανιστής

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

danistés

Pronunciation

dah-nee-STAYS

Definition

Lender, creditor

Meaning

a money-lender, creditor.

Usage

The term "danistés" refers to a person who lends money or goods to another, expecting repayment with interest. In the New Testament, it is used to describe those who provide loans, often highlighting the moral and ethical considerations of lending practices.

Bible references

Luke 7:41