Lexical Summary tropos: Manner, way, fashion, character, conduct Original Word: τρόπος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance manner, wayFrom the same as trope; a turn, i.e. (by implication) mode or style (especially with preposition or relative prefix as adverb, like); figuratively, deportment or character -- (even) as, conversation, (+ like) manner, (+ by any) means, way. see GREEK trope HELPS Word-studies 5158 trópos (from trepō, "turning, adopting a new manner") – properly, a new direction from taking a turn or adopting a new manner (mannerism, fashion); (figuratively) the new course of conduct someone has because knowing Christ as Lord. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as tropé Definition a way, manner, fashion NASB Translation character (1), circumstance (1), exactly* (1), just* (1), respect (1), same way (1), way (5). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5158: τρόποςτρόπος, τροπου, ὁ (from τρέπω, see τροπή), from (Pindar), Aeschylus and Herodotus down; 1. a manner, way, fashion: ὅν τρόπον, as, even as, like as (Winers Grammar, § 32, 6; Buttmann, § 131, 12): Matthew 23:37; Luke 13:34; Acts 1:11; Acts 7:28; 2 Timothy 3:8 (Genesis 26:29; Exodus 14:13; (Deuteronomy 11:25; Psalm 41:2 2. manner of life, character: Hebrews 13:5 (R. V. marginal reading 'turn of mind'; (cf. τούς τροπους κυρίου ἔχειν, 'Teaching' 11, 8 [ET])). Topical Lexicon Manner and Mode as a Scriptural Motif The Greek τρόπος unfolds across the New Testament as a spotlight on “how” things are done—highlighting attitude, pattern, or correspondence. It serves not only to describe conduct but also to frame theology, prophecy, and pastoral exhortation. Human Conduct: Gospel Priorities and Daily Life Philippians 1:18 affirms that the proclamation of Christ matters more than the preacher’s motives: “in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed—and in this I rejoice”. Paul’s joy rests in the fact that the gospel’s content is unaltered regardless of the manner of delivery. Hebrews 13:5 uses τρόπος to urge contentment: “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have.” The believer’s “manner of life” must mirror trust in God’s sufficiency rather than material security. Divine Consistency in Salvation Acts 15:11 records Peter’s testimony at the Jerusalem Council: “We believe it is through the grace of the Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are.” Jew and Gentile come to God by the same “manner”—grace through faith. Romans 3:2 adds, “Much in every way,” underscoring God’s purposeful entrusting of His oracles to Israel, yet uniting Jew and Gentile in one method of redemption. Christ’s Compassion and His Return Matthew 23:37 and Luke 13:34 capture Jesus’ lament: He longed to gather Jerusalem’s children “the way a hen gathers her chicks.” The imagery reveals His tender method of protection and the tragedy of Israel’s refusal. Acts 1:11 guarantees that He “will come back in the same way” He ascended—bodily, visibly, and gloriously—providing eschatological certainty grounded in eyewitness testimony. Pastoral Promises of Peace 2 Thessalonians 3:16 extends a sweeping benediction: “May the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way.” The scope of Christ’s peace matches every circumstance, affirming His lordship over both situation and spirit. Warnings Against Deception and Opposition 2 Thessalonians 2:3 cautions, “Let no one deceive you in any way,” while 2 Timothy 3:8 compares contemporary false teachers to “Jannes and Jambres who opposed Moses.” Jude 7 cites Sodom and Gomorrah, which “in the same way” indulged in gross immorality. Each passage leverages τρόπος to connect past rebellion with present danger, urging vigilance and doctrinal fidelity. Historical Narrative: Echoes of Deliverance and Judgment Acts 7:28 recalls an Israelite’s challenge to Moses: “Are you going to kill me as you killed the Egyptian yesterday?” The phrase “in the same way” brings past action into present accusation, illustrating how manner links memory to moral accountability. Acts 27:25 shows Paul’s confidence during the storm: “I believe God that it will happen just as He told me,” emphasizing God’s precise fulfillment of His word. Theological Thread Through every occurrence, τρόπος affirms that God’s character is consistent, His methods purposeful, and His expectations clear. He deals with humanity in recognizable patterns—grace for the humble, judgment for the defiant—calling believers to align their manner of life with His revealed ways. Ministry Application 1. Proclamation: Rejoice anytime Christ is truthfully declared, even when motives are mixed. Tρόπος therefore presses every generation to examine the how as carefully as the what, ensuring that doctrine, worship, and daily conduct reflect the unwavering manner of the Lord Himself. Forms and Transliterations τροπον τρόπον τροπος τρόπος τροπω τρόπω τρόπῳ tropo tropō trópoi trópōi tropon trópon tropos tróposLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 23:37 N-AMSGRK: σου ὃν τρόπον ὄρνις ἐπισυνάγει NAS: together, the way a hen KJV: together, even as a hen INT: of you in which way a hen gathers together Luke 13:34 N-AMS Acts 1:11 N-AMS Acts 7:28 N-AMS Acts 15:11 N-AMS Acts 27:25 N-AMS Romans 3:2 N-AMS Philippians 1:18 N-DMS 2 Thessalonians 2:3 N-AMS 2 Thessalonians 3:16 N-DMS 2 Timothy 3:8 N-AMS Hebrews 13:5 N-NMS Jude 1:7 N-AMS Strong's Greek 5158 |
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