The Greek word Tímōn, represented by G5096, is defined as valuable. It appears only 1 time in 1 verse in the Bible. The name belongs to a Christian man mentioned in the book of Acts.
The single appearance of Timon G5096 is in Acts 6:5. He is named as one of seven men selected by the early church. The scripture states that a saying G3056 pleased G700 the whole G3956 multitude G4128, which then chose G1586 these individuals. Timon is listed alongside Stephen, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Parmenas, and Nicolas.
Several other individuals and terms are directly associated with Timon through this passage:
- G1586 eklégomai (to select... choose): This is the key action taken by the multitude G4128 when they selected Timon and the six other men for service Acts 6:5.
- G4402 Próchoros (before the dance; Prochorus, a Christian): One of the men chosen along with Timon in the same event Acts 6:5.
- G3527 Nikánōr (victorious; Nicanor, a Christian): Another Christian listed in the group selected by the congregation Acts 6:5.
- G3937 Parmenâs (constant; Parmenas, a Christian): Also named as one of the seven men chose G1586 in the same verse as Timon Acts 6:5.
While the man Timon is not discussed further, his inclusion in this specific event carries theological weight related to the practices of the early church.
- Spirit-Led Selection: The first man named in the group, Stephen, sets a standard for the character of those chosen, being described as "a man G435 full G4134 of faith G4102 and of the Holy G40 Ghost G4151" Acts 6:5.
- Communal Affirmation: The selection of Timon and the others was a unified act. The text explicitly notes that the plan pleased G700 the whole G3956 multitude G4128, highlighting a principle of congregational agreement Acts 6:5.
- Inclusion of Converts: The list concludes with Nicolas, who is identified as "a proselyte G4339 of Antioch" G491. The presence of a convert in this chosen group shows the inclusive nature of the early community.
In summary, Timon G5096 is a figure whose significance is tied to a single, pivotal moment of church organization. Though his name appears only once, his identity as one of the seven men chose G1586 by the unified multitude G4128 makes him part of an important event. His name, meaning valuable, reflects his role as a chosen member of the early Christian community in Jerusalem.
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