Lexical Summary anupokritos: Sincere, genuine, without hypocrisy Original Word: ἀνυπόκριτος 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 Originfrom 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: ἀνυπόκριτοςἀνυπόκριτος, 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 Meaning and Essence ἀνυπόκριτος characterizes that which is free from pretense or playacting. It portrays a transparency of heart whereby outward action and inward reality agree. The word therefore speaks to integrity, authenticity, and purity of motive—qualities indispensable for a life that reflects God, in whom “there is no variation or shadow of turning.” Occurrences and Contextual Themes Romans 12:9 sets the keynote: “Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good.” Here the term anchors the ethical section of the Epistle, presenting sincere love as the fountainhead from which every other exhortation flows. In 2 Corinthians 6:6 Paul lists “in the Holy Spirit and in sincere love” as credentials of authentic ministry, showing that genuineness is itself a mark of apostolic authority. 1 Timothy 1:5 and 2 Timothy 1:5 transfer the term from love to faith. Timothy’s lineage of “sincere faith” proves that true belief is more than assent; it embodies consistency across generations. James 3:17 places ἀνυπόκριτος at the climax of wisdom’s attributes: wisdom from above is “impartial and sincere.” Heavenly insight produces honesty, not manipulation. 1 Peter 1:22 links “sincere love for the brothers” to obedience to the truth, demonstrating that doctrinal fidelity and relational authenticity rise or fall together. Sincerity as a Hallmark of Christian Love and Service Love, faith, and wisdom can be counterfeited, but Scripture insists they be unfeigned. Hypocrisy fractures fellowship, erodes witness, and dishonors God. Conversely, genuine devotion produces credibility before men and confidence before God. Whether speaking of communal life (Romans 12; 1 Peter 1) or personal ministry (2 Timothy 1), sincerity stands as the indispensable qualifier. Relation to Old Testament Thought The Septuagint often uses words for uprightness (e.g., תֹּם, תָּם) to describe the blameless. ἀνυπόκριτος carries this heritage forward, translating the covenantal demand for wholeness of heart into New-Covenant vocabulary. Just as sacrifice without obedience was rejected (Amos 5:21-24), so worship without sincerity is void under grace. Christological Grounding Jesus Christ embodies the opposite of hypocrisy. He denounced the “whitewashed tombs” of religious pretense (Matthew 23:27) and manifested perfect harmony between word and deed (John 18:20). Believers are therefore called to mirror His transparency: “whoever says he abides in Him must walk as He walked” (1 John 2:6). Pastoral and Discipleship Implications 1. Examination: Leaders must regularly test motives. Ministry techniques are powerless unless matched by ἀνυπόκριτος love (2 Corinthians 6:6). Eschatological and Ecclesial Dimensions James 3:17 ties sincerity to wisdom “from above,” anticipating a kingdom characterized by transparency. The eschatological community—the Bride “prepared as a bride adorned for her husband” (Revelation 21:2)—will be without guile. The present church therefore rehearses eternity whenever she walks in ἀνυπόκριτος love, faith, and wisdom. Conclusion In every occurrence, Strong’s 505 summons believers to a life where profession and practice converge. Such sincerity vindicates the gospel before a watching world and prepares the saints for unclouded communion with their Lord. 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 anypokrítouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Romans 12:9 Adj-NFSGRK: 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 1 Timothy 1:5 Adj-GFS 2 Timothy 1:5 Adj-GFS James 3:17 Adj-NFS 1 Peter 1:22 Adj-AFS Strong's Greek 505 |
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