Lexicon ametakinétos: Immovable, unshakable Original Word: ἀμετακίνητος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance unmovable. From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of metakineo; immovable -- unmovable. see GREEK a see GREEK metakineo HELPS Word-studies 277 ametakínētos (an adjective, derived from 1 /A "not" and 3334 /metakinéō, "move away from") – properly, without movement or change of status (location). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and metakineó Definition immovable NASB Translation immovable (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 277: ἀμετακίνητοςἀμετακίνητος, (μετακινέω), not to be moved from its place, unmoved; metaphorically, firmly persistent (A. V. unmovable): 1 Corinthians 15:58. (Plato, epistle 7, p. 843 a.; Dionysius Halicarnassus 8, 74; (Josephus, contra Apion 2, 16, 9; 2, 32, 3; 2, 35, 4).) Topical Lexicon Word Origin: From the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "not" or "without," and μετακινέω (metakineō), meaning "to move" or "to shift."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀμετακίνητος, similar concepts can be found in the Hebrew Scriptures. Words such as חָזָק (chazaq, Strong's H2388), meaning "strong" or "firm," and אֱמוּנָה (emunah, Strong's H530), meaning "faithfulness" or "steadfastness," convey related ideas of strength and unwavering commitment. These terms are often used to describe the character of God and the expected response of His people in maintaining their faith and trust in Him. Usage: The term ἀμετακίνητος is used in the New Testament to describe a state of being firm and unyielding, particularly in one's faith or convictions. It conveys the idea of being steadfast and unwavering, especially in the face of challenges or opposition. Context: The Greek word ἀμετακίνητος (ametakinētos) appears in the New Testament to emphasize the importance of steadfastness in the Christian faith. This term is used to encourage believers to remain firm and unyielding in their commitment to the teachings of Christ and the gospel. The concept of being "unmovable" is closely associated with spiritual maturity and resilience, suggesting that a believer's faith should not be easily swayed by external pressures or false teachings. Forms and Transliterations αμετακινητοι αμετακίνητοι ἀμετακίνητοι ametakinetoi ametakinētoi ametakínetoi ametakínētoiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |