Lexicon aklinés: Unwavering, steadfast Original Word: ἀκλινής Strong's Exhaustive Concordance without wavering. From a (as a negative particle) and klino; not leaning, i.e. (figuratively) firm -- without wavering. see GREEK a see GREEK klino NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and klinó Definition unbending NASB Translation without wavering (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 186: ἀκλινήςἀκλινής, (ές (κλίνω), not inclining, firm, unmoved: Hebrews 10:23. (Frequent in secular writings.) Topical Lexicon Word Origin: From the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "not" or "without," and the verb κλίνω (klinō), meaning "to lean" or "to incline."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀκλινής, the concept of steadfastness and unwavering faith is present in the Hebrew Scriptures. Some related Hebrew words include: Usage: The term ἀκλινής is used in the New Testament to describe a state of being steadfast or unwavering, particularly in faith or conviction. Context: The Greek word ἀκλινής (aklinēs) appears in the New Testament to convey the idea of steadfastness and unwavering commitment. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix ἀ- (a-) and the verb κλίνω (klinō), which means "to lean" or "to incline." Thus, ἀκλινής literally means "not leaning" or "not inclining," and by extension, it signifies firmness and stability. Forms and Transliterations ακλινη ακλινή ἀκλινῆ akline aklinê aklinē aklinē̂Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |