Strong’s G5386

φιλόσοφος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

philosophos

Pronunciation

fee-LOS-oh-fos

Definition

Philosopher

Meaning

a philosopher.

Usage

The term "philosophos" refers to a person who is a lover of wisdom or a philosopher. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe individuals who engage in the pursuit of wisdom, often through reasoning and debate. Philosophers in the ancient world were known for their exploration of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, and language.

Bible references

Acts 17:18