276. ametathetos

Lexicon

ametathetos: Unchangeable, immutable

Original Word: ἀμετάθετος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: ametathetos
Pronunciation: ah-meh-TAH-theh-tos
Phonetic Spelling: (am-et-ath'-et-os)
Definition: Unchangeable, immutable
Meaning: unchanged, unchangeable.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

immutable.

From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of metatithemi; unchangeable, or (neuter as abstract) unchangeability -- immutable(-ility).

see GREEK a

see GREEK metatithemi

HELPS Word-studies

276 ametáthetos (an adjective, derived from 1 /A "not" and 3346 /metatíthēmi, "to change position") – properly, no-change-of-position (form); hence, immutable, unchangeable, (unalterable).

[276 (ametáthetos) also means immutable in the P Oxy (III. 482, ad 109) – referring to a "will unchanged at death" (MM, 25).]

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and metatithémi
Definition
immutable, unchangeable
NASB Translation
unchangeable (1), unchangeableness (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 276: ἀμετάθετος

ἀμετάθετος, (μετατίθημι), not transposed, not to be transferred; fixed, unalterable: Hebrews 6:18; τό ἀμετάθετον as a substantive, immutability, Hebrews 6:17. (3Macc. 5:1; Polybius, Diodorus, Plutarch.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix "ἀ-" (a-) meaning "not" or "without," and "μετατίθημι" (metatithēmi), meaning "to change" or "to transfer."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀμετάθετος, the concept of immutability is reflected in several Hebrew terms and passages that describe God's unchanging nature. Some related Hebrew words include:

• Strong's Hebrew 3808 (לֹא, lo'): A common negation used to express the idea of "not" or "no," often used in contexts where God's unchanging nature is affirmed.
• Strong's Hebrew 5769 (עוֹלָם, olam): Often translated as "forever" or "eternal," used to describe the everlasting nature of God's covenant and promises.

These Hebrew concepts, while not direct translations, align with the idea of God's unchangeable nature as expressed by ἀμετάθετος in the New Testament.

Usage: The term ἀμετάθετος is used in the New Testament to describe something that is fixed, stable, and not subject to change. It conveys the idea of permanence and reliability.

Context: The Greek word ἀμετάθετος appears in the New Testament to emphasize the unchanging nature of certain divine promises and decrees. It is used to highlight the steadfastness and reliability of God's word and character. In the Berean Standard Bible, ἀμετάθετος is found in the context of God's immutable counsel and the certainty of His promises.

• Hebrews 6:17-18 (BSB): "So when God wanted to make the unchanging nature of His purpose very clear to the heirs of the promise, He guaranteed it with an oath. Thus by two unchangeable things, in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be strongly encouraged."

In this passage, ἀμετάθετος underscores the unchangeable nature of God's purpose and His oath. The author of Hebrews uses this term to assure believers of the absolute certainty and reliability of God's promises. The context suggests that God's promises are as unchangeable as His very nature, providing a foundation of hope and encouragement for believers.

The concept of immutability is central to understanding the character of God in the Bible. It assures believers that God's promises are trustworthy and that His purposes will be fulfilled without alteration. This assurance is vital for faith, as it provides a stable anchor for the soul amidst the uncertainties of life.

Forms and Transliterations

αμεταθετον αμετάθετον ἀμετάθετον αμεταθετων αμεταθέτων ἀμεταθέτων ametatheton ametathetōn ametathéton ametathétōn ametátheton

Englishman's Concordance

Hebrews 6:17 Adj-ANS
GRK: ἐπαγγελίας τὸ ἀμετάθετον τῆς βουλῆς
NAS: of the promise the unchangeableness of His purpose,
KJV: of promise the immutability of his
INT: promise the unchangeableness of the counsel

Hebrews 6:18 Adj-GNP
GRK: δύο πραγμάτων ἀμεταθέτων ἐν οἷς
NAS: that by two unchangeable things
KJV: by two immutable things, in
INT: two things unchangeable in which

Strong's Greek 276
2 Occurrences

ἀμεταθέτων — 1 Occ.
ἀμετάθετον — 1 Occ.