Lexicon hairetikos: Heretical, factious Original Word: αἱρετικός Strong's Exhaustive Concordance heretic. From the same as hairetizo; a schismatic -- heretic (the Greek word itself). see GREEK hairetizo HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 141 hairetikós (an adjective, derived from 138 /hairéomai, "to choose, have a distinctive opinion") – a factious person, specializing in half-truths and misimpressions "to win others over" to their personal opinion (misguided zeal) – while creating harmful divisions (used only in Tit 3:10). See 139 (hairesis). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom haireó Definition causing division NASB Translation factious (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 141: αἱρετικόςαἱρετικός, (ή, (see αἱρέω); 1. fitted or able to take or choose a thing; rare in secular authors. 2. schismatic, factious, a follower of false doctrine: Titus 3:10. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "αἱρετικός" in the Old Testament, as the concept of heresy as understood in the New Testament context is more developed in the early Christian era. However, related concepts of division and false teaching can be found in Hebrew terms such as זָדוֹן (zadown, Strong's 2087) meaning "insolence" or "presumptuousness," and מַחֲלֹקֶת (machloqeth, Strong's 4256) meaning "division" or "dispute." These terms capture the essence of divisiveness and rebellion against established truth, which aligns with the New Testament understanding of heresy. Usage: The word "αἱρετικός" is used in the New Testament to describe individuals who promote divisive teachings or heresies. It appears in the context of warning against those who cause divisions within the Christian community. Context: The term "αἱρετικός" is found in the New Testament in Titus 3:10, where the Apostle Paul advises Titus on how to deal with a person who is divisive: "Reject a divisive man after a first and second admonition" (BSB). In this context, "αἱρετικός" is used to describe someone who, through their teachings or behavior, disrupts the unity of the church. The early Christian community was particularly concerned with maintaining doctrinal purity and unity, and thus, individuals who promoted heretical views were seen as threats to the faith. The instruction to reject such a person after multiple warnings underscores the seriousness with which the early church viewed heresy and division. The term reflects the broader biblical theme of the importance of unity and sound doctrine within the body of Christ. |
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