Strong's Lexicon anóphelés: Useless, unprofitable Original Word: ἀνωφελής Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix ἀν- (an-, "not") and ὠφελέω (opheleō, "to benefit" or "to profit") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀνωφελής, the concept of something being "useless" or "vain" can be found in Hebrew words like הֶבֶל (hebel, Strong's H1892), which means "vanity" or "emptiness." Usage: The Greek word ἀνωφελής (anóphelés) is used to describe something that is without benefit or profit, essentially useless or unprofitable. In the New Testament, it is often used in a moral or spiritual context to describe actions, teachings, or behaviors that do not contribute to spiritual growth or godliness. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of utility and profit was significant, not only in economic terms but also in philosophical and ethical discussions. The idea of something being "useless" would have resonated with audiences familiar with the value placed on productivity and beneficial outcomes. In a Jewish context, the emphasis on actions that are spiritually profitable aligns with the teachings of the Torah and the Prophets, which stress the importance of living a life that honors God and benefits others. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and ophelos Definition unprofitable NASB Translation unprofitable (1), uselessness (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 512: ἀνωφελήςἀνωφελής, ἀνωφελές (alpha privative and ὄφελος); from Aeschylus down; unprofitable, useless: Titus 3:9. Neuter as a substantive in Hebrews 7:18 (διά τό αὐτῆς ἀνωφελές on account of its unprofitableness). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance unprofitable. From a (as a negative particle) and the base of ophelimos; useless or (neuter) inutility -- unprofitable(-ness). see GREEK a see GREEK ophelimos Forms and Transliterations ανωφελεις ανωφελείς ἀνωφελεῖς ανωφελες ανωφελές ἀνωφελές ανωφελή ανωφελούς ανωφωλής anopheleis anopheleîs anōpheleis anōpheleîs anopheles anophelés anōpheles anōphelésLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Titus 3:9 Adj-NFPGRK: εἰσὶν γὰρ ἀνωφελεῖς καὶ μάταιοι NAS: about the Law, for they are unprofitable and worthless. KJV: for they are unprofitable and vain. INT: they are indeed unprofitable and worthless Hebrews 7:18 Adj-ANS Strong's Greek 512 |
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