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ἀλλογενής
Allogenēs
Adjective / Noun
Foreigner, of another nation

Definition

The Greek allogenēs (ἀλλογενής) means of another race or nation, foreign, or a foreigner — composed of allos (other) and genos (race, nation). In the New Testament it appears in the healing of the ten lepers, where the only one returning to give thanks was a Samaritan — a foreigner.

Usage & Theological Significance

Jesus marvels that only the allogenēs, the foreigner, returned to give thanks (Luke 17:18). This foreignness becomes an occasion for extraordinary faith and gratitude. Paul declares that in Christ there is neither Jew nor Greek (Galatians 3:28). God's salvation transcends ethnic and national boundaries, making foreigners fellow citizens of God's household (Ephesians 2:19).

Key Bible Verses

Luke 17:18 'Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?'
Luke 17:16 Now he was a Samaritan.
Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
Ephesians 2:19 So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints.
Acts 10:34 God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him.

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