Lexical Summary asumphónos: Disagreeing, discordant, incompatible Original Word: ἄσυμφωνος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance disagreeFrom a (as a negative particle) and sumphonos; inharmonious (figuratively) -- agree not. see GREEK a see GREEK sumphonos NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and sumphónos Definition dissonant, discordant NASB Translation agree (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 800: ἀσύμφωνοςἀσύμφωνος, ἀσύμφωνον, not agreeing in sound, dissonant, inharmonious, at variance: πρός ἀλλήλους (Diodorus 4, 1), Acts 28:25. (Wis. 18:10; (Josephus, contra Apion 1, 8, 1); Plato, Plutarch, (others.).) Topical Lexicon Overview The term describes a state of discord or lack of harmony. Its single New Testament appearance captures a moment when hearers of the gospel part ways without reaching unity, highlighting the tension that can arise whenever truth confronts entrenched expectations. Scriptural Usage Acts 28:25: “They disagreed with one another and began to leave after Paul had made this final statement…”. Here the word characterizes the Jewish delegation in Rome after Paul’s exposition of the Kingdom of God and Jesus from the Law and the Prophets (Acts 28:23). Their reaction moves from curiosity to division, underscoring that exposure to revelation does not guarantee unified acceptance. Historical Setting in Acts Paul, now under house arrest in Rome, invites the local Jewish leaders and spends a full day explaining how Moses and the Prophets point to Messiah. The disagreement follows his citation of Isaiah 6:9–10, pronouncing that some hearts remain dull. This clash mirrors earlier synagogue responses in Pisidian Antioch (Acts 13:45), Corinth (Acts 18:6), and elsewhere, revealing a consistent pattern: the gospel unites those who believe but exposes spiritual dissonance among those who refuse (John 7:43). Theological Significance 1. Human division apart from Christ: Disagreement is symptomatic of fallen humanity (Genesis 11:9). Contrast with Agreement The opposite concept appears in passages such as Matthew 18:19 and 2 Corinthians 6:15, where true agreement involves harmony in prayer and holiness. Amos 3:3 asks, “Can two walk together without agreeing to do so?” emphasizing that fellowship requires shared submission to God’s word. Ministry Lessons • Faithful proclamation may intensify disagreement; the messenger must remain steadfast (2 Timothy 4:2). Related Biblical Themes Disunity: Judges 21:25; Proverbs 17:14 Hardness of heart: Exodus 7:13; Mark 3:5 Hearing and obedience: Deuteronomy 6:4–5; James 1:22 Peace and harmony in Christ: Ephesians 2:14–18; Colossians 3:15 Practical Reflection Believers are called to pursue harmony grounded in truth, not superficial consensus. When the gospel creates division, let it be over allegiance to Christ alone (Galatians 1:10). Prayerfully maintain a gentle spirit toward those who disagree, “correcting opponents with gentleness” (2 Timothy 2:25), trusting God to grant repentance and bring true symphony out of initial discord. Forms and Transliterations ασυμφωνοι ασύμφωνοι ἀσύμφωνοι ασυνετούντας asumphonoi asumphōnoi asymphonoi asymphōnoi asýmphonoi asýmphōnoiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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