Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀγαθωσύνη”
Understanding agathōsýnē reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
goodness. - goodness, i.e. virtue or beneficence
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀγαθωσύνη
Phoneticag-ath-o-soo'-nay
Transliterationagathōsýnē
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
goodness. - goodness, i.e. virtue or beneficence
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 15:14 | “And I myself also am persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye also are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge, able also to admonish one another.” Word: ἀγαθωσύνη (agathōsýnē) | |
| Galatians 5:22 | “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,” Word: ἀγαθωσύνη (agathōsýnē) | |
| Ephesians 5:9 | “(For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth;)” Word: ἀγαθωσύνη (agathōsýnē) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 1:11 | “Wherefore also we pray always for you, that our God would count you worthy of this calling, and fulfil all the good pleasure of his goodness, and the work of faith with power:” Word: ἀγαθωσύνη (agathōsýnē) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
4x
Most Frequent Book
Romans