Strong's Greek Concordance

G5387: φιλόστοργος

philóstorgos · “affectionate”

Definition

fond of natural relatives, i.e. fraternal towards fellow Christian

KJV translates it as: kindly affectioned

Word origin: from G5384 (φίλος) and (cherishing one's kindred, especially parents or children);

Extended definition

φιλόστοργος, -ον
(στοργή, family affection), [in LXX: 4Ma.15:13 * ;]
tenderly loving, affectionate (Xen., Plut., al.): of Christians, Rom.12:10.†
(AS)

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How G5387 is translated

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Bible verses with G5387 (philóstorgos)

Philóstorgos appears in 1 verse.

  • Romans 12:10

    Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;