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While you wait on your results, here is a Hebrew Word Study on what it means to be a man, followed by a Greek Word Study on the same.
Hebrew Word Study
גֶּבֶר (geber) — “Man; strong man; warrior”
Meaning
Root root of geber relates to strength, might, firmness, and valor.
This word describes a man characterized by inner strength, not mere physical ability.
Key Uses
“Blessed is the man (geber) who trusts in the LORD.” — Jeremiah 17:7
→ Manliness rooted in faith, not self-reliance.“A mighty man (gibbor) is not delivered by great strength.” — Psalm 33:16
→ Related term גִּבּוֹר (gibbor) shows heroic strength, but Scripture redirects it to dependence on God.
Manliness Theme
Moral courage and trust in God define the true man in Hebrew thought.
The Greek Word Study:
ἀνδρίζομαι (andrizomai) — “Act like a man; be courageous”
Meaning
Andrizomai has a strong meaning of “show manly courage,” “be brave,” “conduct yourself in a manly way.”
From anēr (man) + verb suffix: literally “to man up.”
Key Uses
“Watch, stand fast in the faith; act like men (andrizesthe), be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13
Used in the Septuagint for battlefield courage (e.g., Joshua 1:6, 2 Sam. 10:12).
Manliness Theme
Courage and spiritual vigilance define godly masculinity.
Andrizomai shows that faith-driven courage, not bravado is the true mark of a manliness.
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