505. anupokritos

Lexicon

anupokritos: Sincere, genuine, without hypocrisy

Original Word: ἀνυπόκριτος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: anupokritos
Pronunciation: ah-noo-POK-ree-tos
Phonetic Spelling: (an-oo-pok'-ree-tos)
Definition: Sincere, genuine, without hypocrisy
Meaning: unfeigned, without hypocrisy, sincere.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

without hypocrisy, unfeigned.

From a (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of hupokrinomai; undissembled, i.e. Sincere -- without dissimulation (hypocrisy), unfeigned.

see GREEK a

see GREEK hupokrinomai

HELPS Word-studies

505 anypókritos (an adjective, derived from alpha-privative 1 /A "not" and 5271 /hypokrínomai, "to act as a hypocrite") – properly, not a phony ("put on"), describing sincere behavior free from hidden agendas (selfish motives) – literally, "without hypocrisy" (unfeigned).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and hupokrinomai
Definition
unhypocritical, unfeigned
NASB Translation
genuine (1), sincere (3), without hypocrisy (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 505: ἀνυπόκριτος

ἀνυπόκριτος, ἀνυπόκριτον (alpha privative and ὑποκρίνομαι), unfeigned, undisguised: Romans 12:9; 2 Corinthians 6:6; 1 Timothy 1:5; 2 Timothy 1:5; 1 Peter 1:22; James 3:17 (Wis. 5:19 Wis. 18:16. Not found in secular authors, except the adverb ἀνυποκρίτως in Antoninus 8, 5.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "without," and ὑποκριτής (hypokritēs), meaning "hypocrite" or "actor."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀνυπόκριτος, the concept of sincerity and genuineness can be related to Hebrew words such as תָּם (tam, Strong's 8535), meaning "blameless" or "upright," and יָשָׁר (yashar, Strong's 3477), meaning "straight" or "upright." These terms similarly convey the idea of integrity and authenticity in one's character and actions.

Usage: This adjective is used in the New Testament to describe qualities or actions that are genuine and sincere, without any form of deceit or pretense.

Context: The Greek word ἀνυπόκριτος appears in several New Testament passages, emphasizing the importance of sincerity and authenticity in the Christian life. It is often used to describe love, faith, and wisdom that are genuine and not tainted by hypocrisy.

• Romans 12:9: "Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good." Here, ἀνυπόκριτος is used to describe love that is genuine and without hypocrisy, urging believers to exhibit true and honest affection towards one another.

• 2 Corinthians 6:6: "in purity, knowledge, patience, and kindness; in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love;" In this context, Paul lists ἀνυπόκριτος as a characteristic of the love that should be evident in the lives of believers, highlighting the authenticity of their Christian witness.

• 1 Timothy 1:5: "The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith." Here, ἀνυπόκριτος describes faith that is genuine and unfeigned, underscoring the importance of authenticity in one's relationship with God.

• 2 Timothy 1:5: "I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also." Paul commends Timothy for his ἀνυπόκριτος faith, which is a testament to the genuine and enduring nature of his belief.

• James 3:17: "But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere." In this verse, ἀνυπόκριτος is used to describe the wisdom that comes from God, which is characterized by its purity and sincerity.

The use of ἀνυπόκριτος in these passages underscores the biblical call for believers to live lives marked by authenticity and truthfulness, reflecting the genuine nature of their faith and love.

Forms and Transliterations

ανυποκριτον ανυπόκριτον ἀνυπόκριτον ανυποκριτος ανυπόκριτος ἀνυπόκριτος ανυποκριτου ανυποκρίτου ἀνυποκρίτου ανυποκριτω ανυποκρίτω ἀνυποκρίτῳ ανυπομονήτω ανυπόστατον anupokrito anupokritō anupokriton anupokritos anupokritou anypokrito anypokritō anypokrítoi anypokrítōi anypokriton anypókriton anypokritos anypókritos anypokritou anypokrítou

Englishman's Concordance

Romans 12:9 Adj-NFS
GRK: ἡ ἀγάπη ἀνυπόκριτος ἀποστυγοῦντες τὸ
NAS: [Let] love [be] without hypocrisy. Abhor
KJV: [Let] love be without dissimulation. Abhor
INT: [Let] love [be] sincere abhorring

2 Corinthians 6:6 Adj-DFS
GRK: ἐν ἀγάπῃ ἀνυποκρίτῳ
NAS: in the Holy Spirit, in genuine love,
KJV: by love unfeigned,
INT: in love genuine

1 Timothy 1:5 Adj-GFS
GRK: καὶ πίστεως ἀνυποκρίτου
NAS: conscience and a sincere faith.
KJV: and [of] faith unfeigned:
INT: and faith sincere

2 Timothy 1:5 Adj-GFS
GRK: ἐν σοὶ ἀνυποκρίτου πίστεως ἥτις
NAS: For I am mindful of the sincere faith
KJV: to remembrance the unfeigned faith
INT: in you sincere faith which

James 3:17 Adj-NFS
GRK: ἀγαθῶν ἀδιάκριτος ἀνυπόκριτος
NAS: fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.
KJV: and without hypocrisy.
INT: good impartial sincere

1 Peter 1:22 Adj-AFS
GRK: εἰς φιλαδελφίαν ἀνυπόκριτον ἐκ καθαρᾶς
NAS: your souls for a sincere love of the brethren,
KJV: unto unfeigned love of the brethren,
INT: to brotherly love sincere out of [a] pure

Strong's Greek 505
6 Occurrences

ἀνυποκρίτῳ — 1 Occ.
ἀνυπόκριτον — 1 Occ.
ἀνυπόκριτος — 2 Occ.
ἀνυποκρίτου — 2 Occ.