ΟΝΗΣΙΦΟΡΟΣ, ονησιφορος
ONĒSIPHOROS, onēsiphoros
Sounds Like: oh-nay-SEE-foh-ros
Translations: Onesiphorus
From the root: ΟΝΗΣΙΦΟΡΟΣ
Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Explanation: Onesiphorus is a proper noun, a man's name of Greek origin. It is a compound word derived from 'onēsis' (profit, advantage) and 'phoros' (bearing, bringing), thus meaning 'profit-bringer' or 'bringing profit/advantage'. This name is known from the New Testament, specifically from Paul's letters, where Onesiphorus is mentioned as a faithful friend and helper.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G3683 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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