Lexicon epheuretés: Inventor, contriver Original Word: ἐφευρετής Strong's Exhaustive Concordance inventor. From a compound of epi and heurisko; a discoverer, i.e. Contriver -- inventor. see GREEK epi see GREEK heurisko NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom a comp. of epi and heuriskó Definition a discoverer, hence an inventor NASB Translation inventors (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2182: ἐφευρετήςἐφευρετής, ἐφευρετου, ὁ (ἐφευρίσκω to find out), an inventor, contriver (Anacreon ( Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἐφευρίσκω (epheuriskō), meaning "to invent" or "to discover."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἐφευρετής, the concept of devising or inventing evil can be related to Hebrew terms such as חָשַׁב (chashab • Strong's Hebrew 2803), which means "to think, plan, or devise," often used in contexts of plotting or scheming evil. Another related term is מַחֲשָׁבָה (machashabah • Strong's Hebrew 4284), meaning "thought, plan, or device," which can also carry a negative connotation when associated with wicked intentions. Usage: The term ἐφευρετής is used in the New Testament to describe individuals who invent or devise evil schemes. It appears in the context of moral and ethical discussions, highlighting the human propensity to create or contrive sinful actions. Context: The Greek term ἐφευρετής is found in the New Testament in Romans 1:30, where the Apostle Paul lists it among the characteristics of those who have turned away from God. In this passage, Paul describes a society that has rejected divine truth and has become filled with all manner of unrighteousness. The term is used to denote those who are "inventors of evil," indicating a proactive engagement in creating new forms of wickedness. This reflects a deeper moral corruption, where individuals not only participate in sin but also take initiative in devising new ways to do so. The use of ἐφευρετής underscores the severity of human depravity when disconnected from God's righteousness. It serves as a warning against the intellectual and creative capacities being used for malevolent purposes, rather than for good and godly ends. Forms and Transliterations εφευρετας εφευρετάς ἐφευρετὰς έφηλος epheuretas epheuretàsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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