Greek Word Study
The meaning of “αἰσχρόν”
Understanding aischrón reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
neuter of αἰσχρός shame. - a shameful thing, i.e. indecorum
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
αἰσχρόν
Phoneticahee-skhron'
Transliterationaischrón
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
neuter of αἰσχρός shame. - a shameful thing, i.e. indecorum
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 11:6 | “For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered.” Word: αἰσχρόν (aischrón) | |
| 1 Corinthians 14:35 | “And if they will learn any thing, let them ask their husbands at home: for it is a shame for women to speak in the church.” Word: αἰσχρόν (aischrón) | |
| Ephesians 5:12 | “For it is a shame even to speak of those things which are done of them in secret.” Word: αἰσχρόν (aischrón) |