G3970
πατροπαράδοτος
traditionary
Transliteration
patroparádotosPronunciation
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traditionary
πατροπαράδοτος(patroparádotos)
Strong’s Definition
traditionary
from G3962 (πατήρ) and a derivative of G3860 (παραδίδωμι) (in the sense of handing over or down);
“Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers;”
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Strong's G3970: A compound adjective meaning "handed down from fathers" or "received by tradition from ancestors." Used to describe inherited customs and beliefs. In NT context, refers to former way of life from which believers were redeemed through Christ's blood.
U- Unveiling the Word
Πατροπαράδοτος describes traditions and customs inherited from previous generations. In its NT context, Peter uses it to contrast the empty way of life inherited from ancestors with the new life in Christ. The early church understood it as representing the old patterns of life that needed transformation. Today, it helps us evaluate cultural inheritances in light of gospel truth.
N - Necessary Information
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D - Defining Meanings
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E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its cultural significance. Thayer's notes its unique NT usage. LSJ traces similar compounds in classical Greek. Vine's highlights its contrast with Christian newness. Moulton and Milligan show its use in family inheritance contexts.
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T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
"Knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold, from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers [πατροπαράδοτος], but with the precious blood of Christ." (1 Peter 1:18)
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A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Πατροπαράδοτος helps us understand how Christ redeems us not just from individual sins but from inherited patterns of empty living. The gospel offers freedom from limiting traditions while preserving what is truly valuable in our heritage.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G3970: A compound adjective meaning "handed down from fathers" or "received by tradition from ancestors." Used to describe inherited customs and beliefs. In NT context, refers to former way of life from which believers were redeemed through Christ's blood.
Part of speech: Adjective
Tags: #Tradition #Heritage #Redemption #Culture #AncestralCustoms #Inheritance #ChristianLife #Transformation #PeterEpistles #FamilyTraditions