Strong's Lexicon akratos: Unmixed, pure Original Word: ἄκρατος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix "a-" (without) and "kerannymi" (to mix), meaning "unmixed" or "pure." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "akratos," the concept of purity can be related to Hebrew words such as "טָהוֹר" (tahor), meaning clean or pure, often used in the context of ritual purity. Usage: The term "akratos" is used to describe something that is pure or undiluted. In the context of the New Testament, it is often associated with wine that has not been mixed with water or other substances, indicating its full strength and potency. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek and Roman cultures, it was common to dilute wine with water before consumption. This practice was intended to moderate the effects of alcohol and to make the wine last longer. Unmixed wine, or "akratos," was considered strong and was typically reserved for special occasions or used in religious rituals. The concept of purity, as denoted by "akratos," also carried moral and spiritual connotations, symbolizing sincerity and authenticity. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and kerannumi Definition unmixed NASB Translation full strength (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 194: ἄκρατοςἄκρατος, (κεράννυμι), unmixed, pure: Revelation 14:10 (of wine undiluted with water, as freq. in secular writings and Jeremiah 32:1 Strong's Exhaustive Concordance unmixed.From a (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of kerannumi; undiluted -- without mixture. see GREEK a see GREEK kerannumi Forms and Transliterations ακρατου ακράτου ἀκράτου ακριβασμοί ακριβασμόν akratou akrátouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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