φιλοφρόνως
philophronōs
G5390
G:ADV
Greek
hospitably
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Occurrences
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Greek
Language
Philophronos describes the welcoming entertainment Publius gave his visitors for three days.
The sole attested use describes the manner of Publius's welcome: he received visitors and entertained them for three days.
Senses in use
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Warm welcome and entertainment · dominant
In Acts 28:7, the adverb modifies the welcome Publius extends to the visitors; the APB renders the clause, "who welcomed us and entertained us hospitably for three days."
In the Anselm Project Bible: In Acts 28:7, the APB presents the welcome as being "hospitably" offered.