ΦΙΛΟΚΕΡΔΕΙΑΝ, φιλοκερδειαν
PHILOKERDEIAN, philokerdeian
Sounds Like: fee-loh-ker-DEH-ee-an
Translations: love of gain, greed, avarice
From the root: ΦΙΛΟΚΕΡΔΕΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word is a compound noun, formed from 'φίλος' (philos, meaning 'loving' or 'dear') and 'κέρδος' (kerdos, meaning 'gain' or 'profit'). It describes the characteristic or vice of being excessively fond of material gain or profit, often to the point of avarice. It refers to a strong desire for money or possessions.
Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Feminine
Strong’s number: G5365 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Josephus' Antiquities of the Jews
- Book 2 — 9:201
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