Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀδυνατέω”
Understanding adynatéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
be impossible. - to be unable, i.e. (passively) impossible
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀδυνατέω
Phoneticad-oo-nat-eh'-o
Transliterationadynatéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
be impossible. - to be unable, i.e. (passively) impossible
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 17:20 | “And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.” Word: ἀδυνατέω (adynatéō) | |
| Luke 1:37 | “For with God nothing shall be impossible.” Word: ἀδυνατέω (adynatéō) |