Original Word: πνευματικός
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: pneumatikós
Pronunciation: pnyoo-mat-ee-kos'
Phonetic Spelling: (pnyoo-mat-ik-oce')
Definition: Spiritual
Meaning: spiritually, in a spiritual way; from a spiritual point of view.

spiritually.

Adverb from pneumatikos; non-physically, i.e. Divinely, figuratively -- spiritually.

see GREEK pneumatikos

Cognate: 4153 pneumatikṓs (an adverb, derived from 4151 /pneúma, "spirit") – spiritually, describing the non-physical (metaphysical) dimension.

Word Origin
adverb from pneumatikos
Definition
spiritually
NASB Translation
mystically (1), spiritually (1).

STRONGS NT 4153: πνευματικῶς

πνευματικῶς, adverb, spiritually (Vulg.spiritaliter): i. e. by the aid of the Holy Spirit, 1 Corinthians 2:14 (1 Corinthians 2:13 WH marginal reading); in a sense apprehended only by the aid of the Divine Spirit, i. e. in a hidden or mystical sense, Revelation 11:8. Its opposite σαρκικῶς in the sense of literally is used by Justin Martyr, dialog contra Trypho,

c. 14, p. 231 d.

Word Origin: Derived from πνεῦμα (pneuma), meaning "spirit" or "breath."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for πνευματικός, related concepts can be found in terms such as רוּחַ (ruach, Strong's Hebrew 7307), which means "spirit" or "breath," and is often used to describe the Spirit of God in the Old Testament.

Usage: The term πνευματικός is used in the New Testament to describe spiritual matters, people, or gifts. It often contrasts with the physical or natural realm, emphasizing the influence and work of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers.

Context: The term πνευματικός appears in various contexts within the New Testament, highlighting the distinction between the spiritual and the natural. In 1 Corinthians 2:14-15, Paul contrasts the natural man, who does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, with the spiritual man, who discerns all things. This distinction underscores the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in enabling believers to understand and live according to God's will.

In 1 Corinthians 12:1, Paul addresses the Corinthians concerning spiritual gifts (πνευματικά), emphasizing that these gifts are manifestations of the Spirit for the common good. The spiritual gifts are diverse, yet they all originate from the same Spirit, illustrating the unity and diversity within the body of Christ.

Ephesians 6:12 uses πνευματικός to describe the nature of the Christian's struggle, which is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil. This passage highlights the reality of spiritual warfare and the need for believers to be equipped with the full armor of God.

The term also appears in Galatians 6:1, where Paul instructs those who are spiritual to restore a person caught in transgression with a spirit of gentleness. Here, πνευματικός refers to mature believers who are led by the Spirit and capable of guiding others back to righteousness.

Overall, πνευματικός emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding, empowering, and transforming believers, enabling them to live in accordance with God's purposes and to engage in spiritual realities.

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