The meaning of “ἀγαθός”
Understanding agathós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a primary word benefit, good(-s, things), well. - "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
ἀγαθός
a primary word benefit, good(-s, things), well. - "good" (in any sense, often as noun)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 19:16 | “And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?” Word: ἀγαθός (agathós) | |
| Acts 11:24 | “For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord.” Word: ἀγαθός (agathós) | |
| Ephesians 4:29 | “Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.” Word: ἀγαθός (agathós) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 2:17 | “Comfort your hearts, and stablish you in every good word and work. ” Word: ἀγαθός (agathós) | |
| Philemon 1:14 | “But without thy mind would I do nothing; that thy benefit should not be as it were of necessity, but willingly.” Word: ἀγαθός (agathós) |