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The meaning of ἄθωος

Understanding áthōos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

innocent. - not guilty

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ἄθωος

Phoneticath'-o-os
Transliterationáthōos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

innocent. - not guilty

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 27:4

Saying, I have sinned in that I have betrayed the innocent blood. And they said, What is that to us? see thou to that.

Word: ἄθωος (áthōos)
Matthew 27:24

When Pilate saw that he could prevail nothing, but that rather a tumult was made, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just person: see ye to it.

Word: ἄθωος (áthōos)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Matthew
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