830. authairetos

Lexicon

authairetos: Voluntary, willing, of one's own accord

Original Word: αὐθαίρετος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: authairetos
Pronunciation: ow-thah'-ee-ret-os
Phonetic Spelling: (ow-thah'-ee-ret-os)
Definition: Voluntary, willing, of one's own accord
Meaning: of one's own accord, self-chosen.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of own accord

From autos and the same as hairetizo; self-chosen, i.e. (by implication) voluntary -- of own accord, willing of self.

see GREEK autos

see GREEK hairetizo

HELPS Word-studies

830 authaíretos (an adjective, derived from 846 /autós, "self" and 138 /hairéomai, "make a personal choice") – properly, act voluntarily (by free choice); literally describing a person's decision as originating from their own self, i.e. not required to choose a particular way.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from autos and haireó
Definition
self-chosen, i.e. of one's own accord
NASB Translation
himself (1), own accord (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 830: αὐθαίρετος

αὐθαίρετος, ἀυθαιρετον (from αὐτός and ἁιρέομαι), self-chosen; in Greek writings especially of states or conditions, as δουλεία, Thucydides 6, 40, etc., more rarely of persons; voluntary, of free choice, of one's own accord (as στρατηγός, Xenophon, an. 5, 7, 29, explained § 28 by ὅς ἑαυτόν έ῾ληται): 2 Corinthians 8:3, 17.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from αὐτός (autos, "self") and αἱρέομαι (haireomai, "to choose" or "to prefer").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for αὐθαίρετος, the concept of voluntary offerings and actions is present in the Old Testament. Hebrew words such as נְדָבָה (nedavah, "freewill offering") and נָדַב (nadab, "to volunteer" or "to offer freely") capture similar ideas of voluntary and willing actions. These terms are used in contexts where offerings and services are given freely to God, reflecting a heart of devotion and willingness.

Usage: The term αὐθαίρετος is used in the New Testament to describe actions or decisions that are made voluntarily, without external compulsion or obligation. It emphasizes the element of personal choice and willingness.

Context: The Greek word αὐθαίρετος appears in the New Testament in contexts that highlight the importance of voluntary action in the life of a believer. It is used to describe offerings or services that are given freely and willingly, rather than out of compulsion or duty. This concept is significant in the Christian faith, as it underscores the value of a heart that willingly chooses to serve and give in response to God's love and grace.

In 2 Corinthians 8:17, the Apostle Paul uses αὐθαίρετος to commend Titus for his voluntary eagerness to visit the Corinthian church: "For not only did he welcome our appeal, but he is eagerly coming to you of his own volition." (BSB) Here, the term highlights Titus's willingness and personal initiative, reflecting a genuine commitment to the ministry.

The use of αὐθαίρετος in the New Testament serves as a reminder that God values the intentions and motivations behind our actions. It encourages believers to cultivate a spirit of willingness and generosity, aligning their choices with God's purposes out of love rather than obligation.

Forms and Transliterations

αυθαιρετοι αυθαίρετοι αὐθαίρετοι αυθαιρετος αυθαίρετος αὐθαίρετος authairetoi authaíretoi authairetos authaíretos

Englishman's Concordance

2 Corinthians 8:3 Adj-NMP
GRK: παρὰ δύναμιν αὐθαίρετοι
NAS: their ability, [they gave] of their own accord,
KJV: [their] power [they were] willing of themselves;
INT: beyond [their] ability [they were] willing of themselves

2 Corinthians 8:17 Adj-NMS
GRK: δὲ ὑπάρχων αὐθαίρετος ἐξῆλθεν πρὸς
NAS: but being himself very earnest,
KJV: more forward, of his own accord he went
INT: moreover being of his own accord he went out to

Strong's Greek 830
2 Occurrences

αὐθαίρετοι — 1 Occ.
αὐθαίρετος — 1 Occ.