Greek Word Study
The meaning of “εἰλικρινής”
Understanding eilikrinḗs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
pure, sincere. - judged by sunlight, i.e. tested as genuine (figuratively)
G1506
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
εἰλικρινής
Phonetici-lik-ree-nace'
Transliterationeilikrinḗs
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
pure, sincere. - judged by sunlight, i.e. tested as genuine (figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Philippians 1:10 | “That ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ;” Word: εἰλικρινής (eilikrinḗs) | |
| 2 Peter 3:1 | “This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:” Word: εἰλικρινής (eilikrinḗs) |