Biblica Analytica
G3781 Greek

ὀφειλέτης

opheiletēs

debtor

Lexicon Entry

Definition
debtor
Transliteration
opheiletēs
Strong's Number
G3781
Occurrences
7

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The Greek word ὀφειλέτης (opheiletēs) is translated to "debtor." It suggests an individual who owes a debt or has a financial obligation to someone else. The word carries a sense of responsibility and accountability for repaying or fulfilling a commitment. The word ὀφειλέτης occurs 7 times in the Bible, indicating its significance within the context of ancient Greek culture, where financial transactions and obligations were common. Its usage in various passages may imply a range of situations, such as personal loans, business transactions, or even social expectations. Despite its relatively limited occurrences, the word ὀφειλέτης contributes to a nuanced understanding of relationships and responsibilities in ancient Greek society. The concept of being a debtor (opheiletēs) in the Bible may also have deeper implications, such as acknowledging one's obligations to others or to God. However, these interpretations extend beyond the provided data and should be considered speculative.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
G3781
Lemma
ὀφειλέτης
Transliteration
opheiletēs
Definition
debtor
Occurrences
7
Model
groq
Prompt version
1

AI synthesis uses only the lexicon data above as context — never training knowledge.

Occurrences in Scripture

7 total occurrences across the text