858. aphelotés

Lexicon

aphelotés: Simplicity, sincerity, frankness

Original Word: ἀφελότης
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: aphelotés
Pronunciation: ah-feh-LO-tace
Phonetic Spelling: (af-el-ot'-ace)
Definition: Simplicity, sincerity, frankness
Meaning: simplicity, sincerity.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

singleness, simplicity

From a compound of a (as a negative particle) and phellos (in the sense of a stone as stubbing the foot); smoothness, i.e. (figuratively) simplicity -- singleness.

see GREEK a

HELPS Word-studies

858 aphelótēs (derived from 1 /A "not" and phelleus, "stony ground") – properly, without rocks (the opposite of phelleus, "rocky land"), i.e. smoothness (a level plain); (figuratively) what is uncomplicated and unencumbered, i.e. without hindrances or stumbling blocks (J. Thayer).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from aphelés (without a stone, even, smooth)
Definition
simplicity
NASB Translation
sincerity (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 858: ἀφελότης

ἀφελότης, ἀφελοτητος, ἡ (from ἀφέλῃς without rock, smooth, plain, and this from φελλεύς rocky land), simplicity (A. V. singleness): καρδίας, Acts 2:46 (found only here (and in ecclesiastical writings). The Greeks used ἀφελεια).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from ἁφελός (aphelos), meaning "simple" or "sincere."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀφελότης, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words such as תָּם (tam, Strong's Hebrew 8535), which means "blameless" or "upright," and יָשָׁר (yashar, Strong's Hebrew 3477), meaning "straight" or "upright." These terms also convey the idea of integrity and sincerity in one's conduct and character.

Usage: The word ἀφελότης is used in the New Testament to describe a quality of character that is genuine and unpretentious. It is often associated with a pure and sincere approach to faith and relationships.

Context: • ἀφελότης appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the importance of sincerity and simplicity in the Christian life. This term is used to describe the attitude of believers who are called to live with integrity and authenticity. In the Berean Standard Bible, ἀφελότης is translated to reflect this sense of genuine simplicity.
• The concept of ἀφελότης is closely related to the teachings of Jesus and the apostles, who often warned against hypocrisy and encouraged a life of honest devotion. This quality is seen as essential for maintaining a true and faithful relationship with God and others.
• In the early Christian community, ἀφελότης was valued as a virtue that fostered unity and trust among believers. It was considered a reflection of a heart transformed by the Holy Spirit, leading to actions that are consistent with one's professed beliefs.
• The emphasis on ἀφελότης can be seen as a counter to the complexities and duplicities of the world, calling Christians to a life marked by transparency and truthfulness.

Forms and Transliterations

αφελοτητι αφελότητι ἀφελότητι αφελώς apheloteti aphelotēti aphelóteti aphelótēti

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 2:46 N-DFS
GRK: ἀγαλλιάσει καὶ ἀφελότητι καρδίας
NAS: with gladness and sincerity of heart,
KJV: gladness and singleness of heart,
INT: gladness and sincerity of heart

Strong's Greek 858
1 Occurrence

ἀφελότητι — 1 Occ.