◄ 82. adélos ►
Strong's Lexicon adélos: Uncertainly, indistinctly Original Word: ἀδήλως Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: adélos Pronunciation: ah-DAY-los Phonetic Spelling: (ad'-ay-los) Definition: unseen, not obvious, inconspicuous, indistinct. Meaning: The adverb ἀδήλως means "uncertainly" or "without clear direction." Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word ἀδήλος (adēlos), meaning "uncertain" or "not manifest." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀδήλως, the concept of uncertainty or lack of clarity can be found in various Hebrew terms that convey similar meanings. Some related Hebrew words include: - תֹּהוּ (tohu) • often translated as "formless" or "void," used in Genesis 1:2 to describe the earth before creation, conveying a sense of chaos or lack of order. - עָמַם (amam) • meaning "to be dim" or "to be dark," used metaphorically to describe lack of clarity or understanding. These Hebrew terms, like ἀδήλως, highlight the importance of clarity, purpose, and order in both the physical and spiritual realms. Usage: The term ἀδήλως is used in the New Testament to describe actions or behaviors that are carried out without a clear purpose or direction. It appears in contexts where the lack of certainty or clarity is emphasized. Context: The Greek adverb ἀδήλως is found in the New Testament in 1 Corinthians 9:26, where the Apostle Paul uses it to describe the manner in which he does not conduct his life or ministry. In this passage, Paul contrasts his purposeful and disciplined approach to his apostolic mission with the idea of living or acting "uncertainly" or "aimlessly." 1 Corinthians 9:26 (BSB): "Therefore I do not run aimlessly; I do not fight like I am beating the air." In this context, ἀδήλως is used metaphorically to illustrate the importance of having a clear goal and direction in one's spiritual journey and ministry. Paul emphasizes that his efforts are not random or without purpose, but rather intentional and directed towards achieving a specific spiritual objective. This reflects a broader biblical principle of living with intentionality and purpose, avoiding a life characterized by uncertainty and lack of direction. The use of ἀδήλως in this passage serves as an exhortation to believers to pursue their spiritual goals with clarity and determination, avoiding the pitfalls of aimlessness and indecision. It underscores the value of having a clear vision and purpose in the Christian life, aligning one's actions with the overarching mission of serving God and advancing His kingdom. HELPS Word-studies 82 ádēlos (from 1 /A "not" and 1212 /dḗlos, "self-evident") – properly, unclear, indistinct, not immediately obvious (evident); (figuratively) indefinite, uncertain; not evident (perceived), unrecognized. [This is also the meaning of this term when used by Sophocles and Polybius (Abbott-Smith).] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and délos Definition unseen, not manifest NASB Translation concealed (1), indistinct (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 82: ἄδηλος ἄδηλος, (δῆλος), not manifest: Luke 11:44; indistinct, uncertain, obscure: φωνή, 1 Corinthians 14:8. (In Greek authors from Hesiod down.) (Cf. δῆλος, at the end; Schmidt, chapter 130.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance unseen, uncertain. From a (as a negative particle) and delos; hidden, figuratively, indistinct -- appear not, uncertain. see GREEK a see GREEK delos Forms and Transliterations αδηλα άδηλα ἄδηλα αδηλον άδηλον ἄδηλον adela adēla ádela ádēla adelon adēlon ádelon ádēlon Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Luke 11:44 Adj-NNP GRK: μνημεῖα τὰ ἄδηλα καὶ οἱ NAS: to you! For you are like concealed tombs, KJV: graves which appear not, and the men INT: graves unmarked and the 1 Corinthians 14:8 Adj-AFS GRK: γὰρ ἐὰν ἄδηλον σάλπιγξ φωνὴν NAS: produces an indistinct sound, KJV: give an uncertain sound, INT: indeed if an uncertain a trumpet sound Strong's Greek 82 2 Occurrences ἄδηλα — 1 Occ. ἄδηλον — 1 Occ.