◄ 88. adialeiptos ►
Strong's Lexicon adialeiptos: Unceasing, continual, without interruption Original Word: ἀδιάλειπτος Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: adialeiptos Pronunciation: ah-dee-ah'-lipe-tos Phonetic Spelling: (ad-ee-al'-ipe-tos) Definition: unceasing, unremitting. Meaning: Unceasing, continual, without interruption. Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "not" or "without," and the verb διαλείπω (dialeípō), meaning "to leave off" or "to cease." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀδιάλειπτος, the concept of unceasing or continual action can be found in Hebrew terms such as תָּמִיד (tamid), which is often used to describe perpetual offerings or continual practices in the Old Testament (e.g., Exodus 29:42, Leviticus 6:13). This reflects a similar emphasis on constancy and regularity in worship and devotion. Usage: The term ἀδιάλειπτος is used in the New Testament to describe actions or states that are continuous and unbroken. It emphasizes persistence and constancy, particularly in spiritual practices or states of being. Context: The Greek word ἀδιάλειπτος appears in the New Testament to convey the idea of something that is ongoing and uninterrupted. It is often used in the context of prayer and thanksgiving, highlighting the importance of maintaining a constant and persistent spiritual life. The term underscores the necessity of a continuous relationship with God, characterized by regular communication and gratitude. In 1 Thessalonians 5:17, the Apostle Paul exhorts believers to "pray without ceasing" (ἀδιαλείπτως προσεύχεσθε), emphasizing the importance of maintaining a constant dialogue with God. This instruction is not meant to suggest that believers should be in a state of perpetual verbal prayer, but rather that they should cultivate an ongoing awareness of God's presence and a continual attitude of prayerfulness. Similarly, in Romans 1:9, Paul uses the term to describe his unceasing prayers for the Roman believers: "For God, whom I serve in my spirit in preaching the gospel of His Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you." Here, ἀδιάλειπτος conveys Paul's persistent and unwavering commitment to intercede for others. The concept of ἀδιάλειπτος is integral to understanding the New Testament's teaching on spiritual discipline and devotion. It calls believers to a life marked by steadfastness and perseverance, reflecting a heart that is continually oriented towards God. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 88 adiáleiptos (an adjective, derived from 1 /A "no" and 1257 /dialeípō, "an interval") – properly, no unnecessary gaps in space or time, i.e. "as often as required" (as frequent as is necessary). See 89 (adialeiptōs). 88 /adiáleiptos ("without unjustified interval") refers to what happens regularly, without implying "always" or "uninterruptedly." [88 (adiáleiptos) occurs in the papyri meaning "regularly, yet intermittent" – like a persistent cough (see Moulton-Milligan).] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and dialeipó Definition incessant NASB Translation constantly (1), unceasing (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 88: ἀδιάλειπτος ἀδιάλειπτος (διαλείπω to intermit, leave off), unintermitted, unceasing: Romans 9:2; 2 Timothy 1:3. (Tim. Locr. 98 e.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance without ceasing, continual. From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of a compound of dia and leipo; unintermitted, i.e. Permanent -- without ceasing, continual. see GREEK a see GREEK dia see GREEK leipo Forms and Transliterations αδιαλειπτον αδιάλειπτον ἀδιάλειπτον αδιαλειπτος αδιάλειπτος ἀδιάλειπτος adialeipton adiáleipton adialeiptos adiáleiptos Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Romans 9:2 Adj-NFS GRK: μεγάλη καὶ ἀδιάλειπτος ὀδύνη τῇ NAS: sorrow and unceasing grief KJV: heaviness and continual sorrow in my INT: great and unceasing sorrow in the 2 Timothy 1:3 Adj-AFS GRK: συνειδήσει ὡς ἀδιάλειπτον ἔχω τὴν NAS: my forefathers did, as I constantly remember KJV: that without ceasing I have INT: conscience how unceasingly I have the Strong's Greek 88 2 Occurrences ἀδιάλειπτον — 1 Occ. ἀδιάλειπτος — 1 Occ.