The meaning of “μαλακός”
Understanding malakós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of uncertain affinity effeminate, soft. - soft, i.e. fine (clothing) - figuratively, a catamite
μαλακός
of uncertain affinity effeminate, soft. - soft, i.e. fine (clothing) - figuratively, a catamite
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 11:8 | “But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft clothing are in kings’ houses.” Word: μαλακός (malakós) | |
| Luke 7:25 | “But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously apparelled, and live delicately, are in kings’ courts.” Word: μαλακός (malakós) | |
| 1 Corinthians 6:9 | “Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind,” Word: μαλακός (malakós) |