Strong's Lexicon amemptos: Blameless, faultless Original Word: ἄμεμπτος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix "α-" (a-), meaning "not," and "μέμφομαι" (memphomai), meaning "to blame" or "to find fault." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of blamelessness is תָּמִים (tamim), Strong's Hebrew 8549, which means complete, whole, or without blemish. Usage: The Greek word "ἄμεμπτος" (amemptos) is used to describe a state of being without fault or blame. It conveys the idea of moral integrity and uprightness, often in the context of one's conduct before God and others. In the New Testament, it is used to describe individuals who live in a manner that is above reproach, adhering to God's commandments and maintaining a pure and righteous lifestyle. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, moral and ethical conduct was highly valued, and being considered "blameless" was a significant commendation. In Jewish culture, the concept of blamelessness was deeply rooted in the Law of Moses, where adherence to the commandments was seen as a reflection of one's relationship with God. The early Christian community adopted this understanding, emphasizing a life that reflects the holiness and righteousness of God. HELPS Word-studies 273 ámemptos (an adjective, derived from 1 /A "not" and 3201 /mémphomai, "to find blame") – properly, without fault; not blameworthy, by omission or commission; hence, above reproach because morally pure. (This term stands in contrast to 299 /ámōmos, "ritual purity.") NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and memphomai Definition blameless NASB Translation blameless (2), blamelessly (1), faultless (1), without blame (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 273: ἄμεμπτοςἄμεμπτος, (μέμφομαι to blame), blameless, deserving no censure (Tertullianirreprehensibilis), free from fault or defect: Luke 1:6; Philippians 2:15; Philippians 3:6; 1 Thessalonians 3:13 (WH marginal reading ἀμέμπτως); Hebrews 8:7 (in which nothing is lacking); in the Sept. equivalent to תָּם, Job 1:1, 8 etc., common in Greek writings. (Cf. Trench, § ciii.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance blameless, faultless. From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of memphomai; irreproachable -- blameless, faultless, unblamable. see GREEK a see GREEK memphomai Forms and Transliterations αμεμπτοι άμεμπτοι ἄμεμπτοι αμεμπτος άμεμπτος ἄμεμπτος αμεμπτους αμέμπτους ἀμέμπτους amemptoi ámemptoi amemptos ámemptos amemptous amémptousLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 1:6 Adj-NMPGRK: τοῦ κυρίου ἄμεμπτοι NAS: walking blamelessly in all KJV: ordinances of the Lord blameless. INT: of the Lord blameless Philippians 2:15 Adj-NMP Philippians 3:6 Adj-NMS 1 Thessalonians 3:13 Adj-AFP Hebrews 8:7 Adj-NFS Strong's Greek 273 |
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