Strong's Lexicon asphalós: Secure, certain, safe Original Word: ἀσφαλής Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root "a-" (not) and "sphállō" (to trip, to fall), meaning "not liable to fall." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "asphalós," the concept of security and certainty is often expressed in the Hebrew Bible with words like "בָּטַח" (batach - to trust, be confident) and "אָמֵן" (amen - truly, certainly). Usage: The Greek word "asphalós" conveys the idea of something that is firm, reliable, and not prone to failure or error. It is used to describe a state of security or certainty, often in the context of truth or assurance. In the New Testament, it is used to emphasize the reliability and steadfastness of God's promises and the truth of the Gospel. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of security and certainty was highly valued, especially in philosophical and legal contexts. The term "asphalós" would have been understood as a guarantee against deception or instability. In a time when many were seeking truth and assurance in a world of shifting beliefs and political instability, the use of "asphalós" in the New Testament would have resonated deeply with early Christians as a description of the unshakeable nature of their faith and the promises of God. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 806 asphalṓs (an adverb, derived from 1 /A "not" and sphallō, "totter, cause to fall") – "firmly, steadfastly" (WS, 227). See 804 (asphalēs). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from asphalés Definition safely NASB Translation certain (1), securely (1), under guard (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 806: ἀσφαλῶςἀσφαλῶς, adverb (from Homer down), safely (so as to prevent escape): Mark 14:44; Acts 16:23. assuredly: γινώσκειν, Acts 2:36 (εἰδότες, Wis. 18:6). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance assuredly, safely. Adverb from asphales; securely (literally or figuratively) -- assuredly, safely. see GREEK asphales Forms and Transliterations ασφαλως ασφαλώς ἀσφαλῶς asphalos asphalôs asphalōs asphalō̂sLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Mark 14:44 AdvGRK: καὶ ἀπάγετε ἀσφαλῶς NAS: Him and lead Him away under guard. KJV: and lead [him] away safely. INT: and lead [him] away securely Acts 2:36 Adv Acts 16:23 Adv |
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