532. aparaskeuastos
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aparaskeuastos: Unprepared, unready

Original Word: ἀπαρασκεύαστος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: aparaskeuastos
Pronunciation: ah-par-as-kyoo'-as-tos
Phonetic Spelling: (ap-ar-ask-yoo'-as-tos)
Definition: Unprepared, unready
Meaning: unprepared.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
unprepared.

From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of paraskeuazo; unready -- unprepared.

see GREEK a

see GREEK paraskeuazo

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and paraskeuazó
Definition
unprepared
NASB Translation
unprepared (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 532: ἀπαρασκεύαστος

ἀπαρασκεύαστος, ἀπαρασκευαστον (παρασκευάζω), unprepared: 2 Corinthians 9:4. (Xenophon, Cyril 2, 4, 15; an. 1, 1, 6 (variant); 2, 3, 21; Josephus, Antiquities 4, 8, 41; Herodian, 3, 9, 19 ((11), Bekker edition); adverb ἀπαρασκευαστως (Aristotle, rhet. Alex. 9, p. 1430{a} 3); Clement, hom. 32, 15.)

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "not" or "without," and παρασκευάζω (paraskeuazō), meaning "to prepare" or "to make ready."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀπαρασκεύαστος, the concept of being unprepared can be related to Hebrew terms that convey a lack of readiness or preparation, such as בִּלְתִּי (bilti), meaning "without" or "not," often used in contexts of lacking or deficiency. Another related concept is found in the Hebrew word עָרַךְ (arak), meaning "to arrange" or "to prepare," with its negation implying a lack of preparation.

Usage: The term ἀπαρασκεύαστος is used in contexts where an individual or group is caught off guard or is not adequately prepared for a situation or event.

Context: The Greek term ἀπαρασκεύαστος appears in the New Testament to describe a state of being unprepared or lacking readiness. This concept is often used metaphorically to illustrate spiritual or moral unpreparedness. In the Berean Standard Bible, the term is used to emphasize the importance of vigilance and readiness in the Christian life. The idea of being unprepared is contrasted with the call to be watchful and ready for the return of Christ, as well as for the trials and challenges of life. The term serves as a warning against complacency and encourages believers to live in a state of constant spiritual preparedness.

The concept of being unprepared is also reflected in various parables and teachings of Jesus, where the consequences of not being ready are highlighted. This aligns with the broader biblical theme of readiness and the call to live a life that is attentive to God's will and purposes.

Forms and Transliterations
απαρασκευαστους απαρασκευάστους ἀπαρασκευάστους aparaskeuastous aparaskeuástous
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Englishman's Concordance
2 Corinthians 9:4 Adj-AMP
GRK: εὕρωσιν ὑμᾶς ἀπαρασκευάστους καταισχυνθῶμεν ἡμεῖς
NAS: with me and find you unprepared, we -- not to speak
KJV: find you unprepared, we (that
INT: find you unprepared should be put to shame we

Strong's Greek 532
1 Occurrence


ἀπαρασκευάστους — 1 Occ.















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