Original Word: κοσμικός
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: kosmikos
Pronunciation: kos-mee-kos'
Phonetic Spelling: (kos-mee-kos')
Definition: Worldly, earthly
Meaning: earthly, worldly (belonging to the present earthly world as opposed to the heavenly and future).

worldly.

From kosmos (in its secondary sense); terrene ("cosmic"), literally (mundane) or figuratively (corrupt) -- worldly.

see GREEK kosmos

Cognate: 2886 kosmikós (from 2889 /kósmos, "world") – worldly, earthly (belonging to the world). See 2889 (kosmos).

Word Origin
from kosmos
Definition
pertaining to the world
NASB Translation
earthly (1), worldly (1).

STRONGS NT 2886: κοσμικός

κοσμικός, κοσμικη, κοσμικόν (κόσμος), of or belonging to the world (Vulg.saecularis); i. e.:

1. relating to the universe: τοὐρανοῦ τοῦδε καί τῶν κοσμικων πάντων, Aristotle, phys. 2, 4, p. 196{a}, 25; opposed to ἀνθρώπινος, Lucian, paras. 11; κοσμικη διάταξις, Plutarch, consol. ad Apoll c. 34, p. 119 e.

2. earthly: τό ἅγιον κοσμικόν (its) earthly sanctuary (R. V. of this world), Hebrews 9:1.

3. worldly, i. e. having the character of this (present) corrupt age: αἱ κοσμικαι ἐπιθυμίαι, Titus 2:12; (so also in ecclesiastical writings).

Word Origin: Derived from κόσμος (kosmos), meaning "world" or "order."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent to κοσμικός, similar concepts can be found in the Hebrew Bible, where terms like עוֹלָם (olam, meaning "world" or "eternity") and חוֹל (chol, meaning "profane" or "common") are used to describe worldly or secular matters in contrast to the sacred. These terms reflect the biblical theme of distinguishing between the holy and the common, the eternal and the temporal.

Usage: The term κοσμικός is used in the New Testament to describe things that are of the world, in contrast to things that are spiritual or heavenly. It often carries a connotation of being temporal or transient, as opposed to eternal.

Context: The Greek adjective κοσμικός appears in the New Testament to describe aspects of life and existence that are tied to the physical world and its systems. This term is often used to draw a distinction between the secular and the sacred, highlighting the temporary nature of worldly affairs in contrast to the eternal nature of spiritual truths.

In the Berean Standard Bible, κοσμικός is used to emphasize the difference between living according to worldly standards and living according to God's will. The term suggests a focus on material or earthly concerns, which can distract from spiritual growth and devotion.

The New Testament encourages believers to be aware of the influence of κοσμικός values and to prioritize their relationship with God over worldly pursuits. This is seen in passages that warn against conforming to the patterns of this world and instead call for a transformation through the renewal of the mind (Romans 12:2).

The concept of κοσμικός is also linked to the idea of spiritual warfare, where believers are reminded that their struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces (Ephesians 6:12). This underscores the importance of recognizing the limitations and potential pitfalls of a worldly perspective.

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