ἀξίωςaxíōs
worthily: Romans 16:2, Ephesians 4:1, Philippians 1:27; with genitive, ἀ.
Greek (New Testament) · G516
Meanings
τ. Κυρίου, Colossians 1:10; τ. θεοῦ 1 Thessalonians 2:12, 3 John 1:6.
Same root
Where it appears
Appears 6 times in the Bible.
- Romans 16:2 Welcome her in the Lord as one who is worthy of honor among God’s people. Help her in whatever she needs, for she has been helpful to many, and especially to me.
- Ephesians 4:1 Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God.
- Philippians 1:27 Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News.
- Colossians 1:10 Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord, and your lives will produce every kind of good fruit. All the while, you will grow as you learn to know God better and better.
- 1 Thessalonians 2:12 We pleaded with you, encouraged you, and urged you to live your lives in a way that God would consider worthy. For he called you to share in his Kingdom and glory.
- 3 John 1:6 They have told the church here of your loving friendship. Please continue providing for such teachers in a manner that pleases God.
Source: G. Abbott-Smith, A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament (1922), public domain.