ἀδελφός adelphós

Meaning

a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like G1 (Α))

In the King James Version: brother

Derivation: from G1 (Α) (as a connective particle) and (the womb);

Where it is used

• 1 Thessalonians 3:2 We sent Timothy, our brother and fellow worker for God in the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you in your faith,
• 1 Thessalonians 3:7 For this reason, brothers, in all our distress and persecution, we have been reassured about you, because of your faith.
• 1 Thessalonians 4:1 Finally, brothers, we ask and encourage you in the Lord Jesus to live in a way that is pleasing to God, just as you have received from us. This is how you already live, so you should do so all the more.
• 1 Thessalonians 4:6 and no one should ever violate or exploit his brother in this regard, because the Lord will avenge all such acts, as we have already told you and solemnly warned you.
• 1 Thessalonians 4:10 And you are indeed showing this love to all the brothers throughout Macedonia. But we urge you, brothers, to excel more and more
• 1 Thessalonians 4:13 Brothers, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you will not grieve like the rest, who are without hope.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:1 Now about the times and seasons, brothers, we do not need to write to you.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:4 But you, brothers, are not in the darkness so that this day should overtake you like a thief.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:12 But we ask you, brothers, to acknowledge those who work diligently among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:14 And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:25 Brothers, pray for us as well.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:26 Greet all the brothers with a holy kiss.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:27 I charge you before the Lord to have this letter read to all the brothers.
• 2 Thessalonians 1:3 We are obligated to thank God for you all the time, brothers, as is fitting, because your faith is growing more and more, and your love for one another is increasing.
• 2 Thessalonians 2:1 Now concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered together to Him, we ask you, brothers,
• 2 Thessalonians 2:13 But we should always thank God for you, brothers who are loved by the Lord, because God chose you from the beginning to be saved by the sanctification of the Spirit and by faith in the truth.
• 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Therefore, brothers, stand firm and cling to the traditions we taught you, whether by speech or by letter.
• 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you.
• 2 Thessalonians 3:6 Now we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from any brother who leads an undisciplined life that is not in keeping with the tradition you received from us.
• 2 Thessalonians 3:13 But as for you, brothers, do not grow weary in well-doing.
• 2 Thessalonians 3:15 Yet do not regard him as an enemy, but admonish him as a brother.
• 1 Timothy 4:6 By pointing out these things to the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of faith and sound instruction that you have followed.
• 1 Timothy 5:1 Do not rebuke an older man, but appeal to him as to a father. Treat younger men as brothers,
• 1 Timothy 6:2 Those who have believing masters should not show disrespect because they are brothers, but should serve them all the more, since those receiving their good service are beloved believers. Teach and encourage these principles.
• 2 Timothy 4:21 Make every effort to come to me before winter. Eubulus sends you greetings, as do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers.
• Philemon 1:1 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved fellow worker,
• Philemon 1:7 I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.
• Philemon 1:16 no longer as a slave, but better than a slave, as a beloved brother. He is especially beloved to me, but even more so to you, both in person and in the Lord.
• Philemon 1:20 Yes, brother, let me have some benefit from you in the Lord. Refresh my heart in Christ.
• Hebrews 2:11 For both the One who sanctifies and those who are sanctified are of the same family. So Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers.
• Hebrews 2:12 He says: “I will proclaim Your name to My brothers; I will sing Your praises in the assembly.”
• Hebrews 2:17 For this reason He had to be made like His brothers in every way, so that He might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, in order to make atonement for the sins of the people.
• Hebrews 3:1 Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, set your focus on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess.
• Hebrews 3:12 See to it, brothers, that none of you has a wicked heart of unbelief that turns away from the living God.
• Hebrews 7:5 Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham.
• Hebrews 8:11 No longer will each one teach his neighbor or his brother, saying, ‘Know the Lord,’ because they will all know Me, from the least of them to the greatest.
• Hebrews 10:19 Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus,
• Hebrews 13:22 I urge you, brothers, to bear with my word of exhortation, for I have only written to you briefly.
• Hebrews 13:23 Be aware that our brother Timothy has been released. If he arrives soon, I will come with him to see you.
• James 1:2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds,
• James 1:9 The brother in humble circumstances should exult in his high position.
• James 1:16 Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers.
• James 1:19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,
• James 2:1 My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism.
• James 2:5 Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him?
• James 2:14 What good is it, my brothers, if someone claims to have faith, but has no deeds? Can such faith save him?
• James 2:15 Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food.
• James 3:1 Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly.
• James 3:10 Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, this should not be!
• James 3:12 My brothers, can a fig tree grow olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water.
• James 4:11 Brothers, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against his brother or judges him speaks against the law and judges it. And if you judge the law, you are not a practitioner of the law, but a judge of it.
• James 5:7 Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer awaits the precious fruit of the soil—how patient he is for the fall and spring rains.
• James 5:9 Do not complain about one another, brothers, so that you will not be judged. Look, the Judge is standing at the door!
• James 5:10 Brothers, as an example of patience in affliction, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.
• James 5:12 Above all, my brothers, do not swear, not by heaven or earth or by any other oath. Simply let your “Yes” be yes, and your “No,” no, so that you will not fall under judgment.
• James 5:19 My brothers, if one of you should wander from the truth and someone should bring him back,
• 1 Peter 5:12 Through Silvanus, whom I regard as a faithful brother, I have written to you briefly, encouraging you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Stand firm in it.
• 2 Peter 1:10 Therefore, brothers, strive to make your calling and election sure. For if you practice these things you will never stumble,
• 2 Peter 3:15 Consider also that our Lord’s patience brings salvation, just as our beloved brother Paul also wrote you with the wisdom God gave him.
• 1 John 2:9 If anyone claims to be in the light but hates his brother, he is still in the darkness.