Greek Word Study

The meaning of “ἄμαχος”

Understanding ámachos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

not a brawler. - peaceable

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ἄμαχος

Phoneticam'-akh-os
Transliterationámachos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

not a brawler. - peaceable

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Timothy 3:3

“Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous;”

Word: ἄμαχος (ámachos)
Titus 3:2

“To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.”

Word: ἄμαχος (ámachos)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
1 Timothy
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