Lexicon huperakmos: Past the bloom of youth, beyond the prime Original Word: ὑπεράκμος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance past youthFrom huper and the base of akmen; beyond the "acme", i.e. Figuratively (of a daughter) past the bloom (prime) of youth -- + pass the flower of (her) age. see GREEK huper see GREEK akmen NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom huper and the same as akmazó Definition past the bloom of youth NASB Translation past her youth (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5230: ὑπέρακμοςὑπέρακμος, ὑπερακμον (Vulg.superadultus); 1. "beyond the ἀκμή or bloom of life, past prime" (Plato, de rep. 5, p. 460 e. ἀῥ οὖν σοι ξυνδοκει μέτριος χρόνος ἀκμῆς τά εἴκοσιν ἔτη γυανικι, ἀνδρί δέ τά τριάκοντα): Eustathius. 2. overripe, plump and ripe (and so in greater danger of defilement): of a virgin (R. V. past the flower of her age), 1 Corinthians 7:36. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ὑπεράκμος in the Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, as the concept of being beyond the prime of life in the context of marriageable age is more culturally specific to the Greek context of the New Testament. However, related concepts of maturity and age can be found in Hebrew terms such as זָקֵן (zaqen, Strong's Hebrew 2205), meaning "old" or "elder," which conveys a sense of advanced age or maturity. Usage: The word ὑπεράκμος is used in the context of describing individuals who have surpassed the usual age for marriage or are considered beyond the typical period of youthful vigor. Context: The Greek term ὑπεράκμος appears in the New Testament in discussions related to marriage and maturity. It is used to describe individuals who have passed the conventional age for marriage, suggesting a state of being beyond the typical period of youthful readiness for such commitments. This term is found in 1 Corinthians 7:36, where the Apostle Paul addresses issues concerning marriage and personal conduct. In this passage, Paul provides guidance for those who are considering marriage, particularly in situations where individuals may feel they are beyond the usual age for such decisions. The use of ὑπεράκμος highlights the cultural and social expectations of the time regarding marriageable age and the implications of delaying such commitments. The term underscores the importance of understanding personal and societal contexts when making decisions about marriage and relationships. |
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