160. aiphnidios

Lexicon

aiphnidios: Sudden, unexpected

Original Word: αἰφνίδιος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: aiphnidios
Pronunciation: aheef-NEE-dee-os
Phonetic Spelling: (aheef-nid'-ee-os)
Definition: Sudden, unexpected
Meaning: unexpected, sudden.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

sudden, unawares.

From a compound of a (as a negative particle) and phaino (compare exaiphnes) (meaning non-apparent); unexpected, i.e. (adverbially) suddenly -- sudden, unawares.

see GREEK a

see GREEK phaino

see GREEK exaiphnes

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from aiphnés (suddenly)
Definition
sudden
NASB Translation
suddenly (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 160: αἰφνίδιος

αἰφνίδιος, (αἰφνης, ἀφανής, ἄφνω, which see), unexpected, sudden, unforeseen: Luke 21:34 (here WH ἐφνιδ., see their Introductory § 404 and Appendix, p. 151); 1 Thessalonians 5:8. (Wis. 17:14; 2 Macc. 14:17; 3Macc. 3:24; Aeschylus, Thucydides 2, 61 τό αἰφνίδιον καί ἀπροσδόκητον, Polybius, Josephus, Plutarch, Dionysius Halicarnassus, others.)

STRONGS NT 160: ἐφνιδιος [ἐφνιδιος, see αἰφνίδιος.]

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word αἰφνίς (aiphnis), meaning "suddenly" or "unexpectedly."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for αἰφνίδιος, the concept of suddenness or unexpectedness can be found in various Hebrew terms used in the Old Testament. One such term is פִּתְאֹם (pith'om), Strong's Hebrew 6597, which also conveys the idea of something happening suddenly or unexpectedly. This term is used in passages like Proverbs 6:15 and Isaiah 30:13 to describe sudden calamity or destruction.

Usage: The word αἰφνίδιος is used in the New Testament to describe events or occurrences that happen abruptly and without prior indication. It emphasizes the element of surprise or lack of anticipation.

Context: The Greek term αἰφνίδιος appears in the New Testament to convey the suddenness of certain events, often with significant or dramatic implications. This word is used to highlight the unexpected nature of occurrences, particularly in eschatological contexts. For instance, in Luke 21:34, Jesus warns His disciples to be vigilant and prepared, as the day of the Lord will come "suddenly" upon those who are not watchful. The use of αἰφνίδιος in this context underscores the importance of spiritual readiness and the unpredictable timing of divine events.

In the Berean Standard Bible, Luke 21:34 reads: "But watch yourselves, or your hearts will be weighed down by dissipation, drunkenness, and the worries of life—and that day will spring upon you suddenly like a trap." Here, αἰφνίδιος is translated as "suddenly," capturing the essence of an unforeseen and rapid occurrence.

The concept of suddenness is a recurring theme in biblical eschatology, where the return of Christ and the final judgment are depicted as events that will occur without warning. This serves as a call to constant vigilance and preparedness among believers, as the exact timing of these events remains unknown.

Forms and Transliterations

αιφνίδιος αἰφνίδιος εφνιδιος ἐφνίδιος aiphnidios aiphnídios

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 21:34 Adj-NMS
GRK: ἐφ' ὑμᾶς αἰφνίδιος ἡ ἡμέρα
NAS: will not come on you suddenly like
KJV: upon you unawares.
INT: upon you suddenly the day

1 Thessalonians 5:3 Adj-NMS
GRK: ἀσφάλεια τότε αἰφνίδιος αὐτοῖς ἐφίσταται
NAS: will come upon them suddenly like
KJV: then sudden destruction
INT: security then suddenly upon them comes

Strong's Greek 160
2 Occurrences

αἰφνίδιος — 2 Occ.