Greek Word Study
The meaning of “αἰφνίδιος”
Understanding aiphnídios reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sudden, unawares. - unexpected, i.e. (adverbially) suddenly
G160
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
αἰφνίδιος
Phoneticaheef-nid'-ee-os
Transliterationaiphnídios
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sudden, unawares. - unexpected, i.e. (adverbially) suddenly
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 21:34 | “And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares.” Word: αἰφνίδιος (aiphnídios) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 5:3 | “For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.” Word: αἰφνίδιος (aiphnídios) |