Strong's Lexicon aischrologia: Filthy language, obscene speech, foul talk Original Word: αἰσχρολογία Word Origin: From αἰσχρός (aischros, meaning "shameful" or "base") and λόγος (logos, meaning "word" or "speech") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "aischrologia," the concept of avoiding impure speech is present in the Old Testament, such as in Proverbs 4:24, which advises keeping perverse talk far from one's lips. Usage: The term "aischrologia" refers to speech that is considered shameful, indecent, or obscene. It encompasses language that is morally degrading or offensive, often associated with vulgarity or profanity. In the New Testament, it is used to admonish believers to avoid such speech, emphasizing the importance of purity in communication. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, rhetoric and speech were highly valued, and the use of language was seen as a reflection of one's character. The early Christian community, living within this cultural context, was called to a higher standard of speech that reflected their new identity in Christ. The use of "aischrologia" would have been seen as contrary to the virtues of holiness and purity that were expected of believers. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom aischros and legó Definition abusive language NASB Translation abusive speech (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 148: αἰσχρολογίααἰσχρολογία, (ας, ἡ (from αἰσχρολόγος, and this from αἰσχρός and λέγω), foul speaking (Tertullianturpiloquium), low and obscene speech, (R. V. shameful speaking): Colossians 3:8: (Xenophon, Aristotle, Polybius) (Cf. Lightfoot at the passage; Trench, § xxxiv.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance filthy communication, obscene speechFrom aischros and logos; vile conversation -- filthy communication. see GREEK aischros see GREEK logos Forms and Transliterations αισχρολογιαν αισχρολογίαν αἰσχρολογίαν aischrologian aischrologíanLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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