Strong's Lexicon ametakinétos: Immovable, unshakable Original Word: ἀμετακίνητος Word Origin: From the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-, "not") and μετακινέω (metakineō, "to move or change") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀμετακίνητος, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words like חָזָק (chazaq, Strong's H2388) meaning "strong" or "firm," and נָכוֹן (nakon, Strong's H3559) meaning "established" or "fixed." Usage: The Greek word ἀμετακίνητος (ametakinétos) is used to describe something that is firm, steadfast, and incapable of being moved or shaken. In a biblical context, it often refers to the steadfastness of faith or the unchanging nature of God's promises. It conveys a sense of stability and reliability, emphasizing the believer's call to remain firm in their faith and convictions. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of being immovable or steadfast was highly valued, especially in philosophical and ethical teachings. It was associated with virtues such as courage, endurance, and faithfulness. In the early Christian context, this term would have resonated with believers who faced persecution and societal pressures, encouraging them to remain steadfast in their faith despite external challenges. 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).) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance unmovable. From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of metakineo; immovable -- unmovable. see GREEK a see GREEK metakineo 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 |
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