Strong's Lexicon alétheuó: To speak the truth, to be truthful Original Word: ἀληθεύω Word Origin: Derived from ἀληθής (alēthēs), meaning "true" or "truthful." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H571 (אֱמֶת, emet): Often translated as "truth," this Hebrew word shares a similar emphasis on faithfulness and reliability, reflecting God's character and His covenantal faithfulness. Usage: The verb ἀληθεύω (alétheuó) is used in the New Testament to denote the act of speaking or living in truth. It implies not only verbal honesty but also living in accordance with the truth of the Gospel. This term emphasizes the importance of truthfulness in both speech and conduct, reflecting a life transformed by the truth of Christ. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, truth was a highly valued virtue, often associated with moral integrity and reliability. In the context of the early Christian church, truth was foundational to the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. The concept of truth in the New Testament is deeply connected to the character of God and the revelation of His will through Jesus Christ. The early Christians were called to be distinct from the surrounding culture by embodying truth in their lives. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 226 alētheúō (literally, "truthing") – speaking reality (truth) into a person's life, making a record of what God deems is truth (reality, fact). See 225 (alētheia). 226 /alētheúō (literally, "to truth") includes Spirit-led confrontation where it is vital to tell the truth so others can live in God's reality rather than personal illusion. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom aléthés Definition to speak the truth NASB Translation speaking the truth (1), telling...the truth (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 226: ἀληθεύωἀληθεύω; in secular writings ((Aeschylus), Xenophon, Plato, Aristotle, others) to speak the truth; a. to teach the truth: τίνι Galatians 4:16. b. to profess the truth (true doctrine): Ephesians 4:15. (R. V. marginal reading in both passages, to deal truly.) From alethes; to be true (in doctrine and profession) -- speak (tell) the truth. see GREEK alethes Englishman's Concordance Galatians 4:16 V-PPA-NMSGRK: ὑμῶν γέγονα ἀληθεύων ὑμῖν NAS: your enemy by telling you the truth? KJV: because I tell you the truth? INT: of you have I become speaking truth to you Ephesians 4:15 V-PPA-NMP Strong's Greek 226 |
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