The meaning of “ἄνεσις”
Understanding ánesis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
eased, liberty, rest. - relaxation or (figuratively) relief
ἄνεσις
eased, liberty, rest. - relaxation or (figuratively) relief
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 24:23 | “And he commanded a centurion to keep Paul, and to let him have liberty, and that he should forbid none of his acquaintance to minister or come unto him.” Word: ἄνεσις (ánesis) | |
| 2 Corinthians 2:13 | “I had no rest in my spirit, because I found not Titus my brother: but taking my leave of them, I went from thence into Macedonia.” Word: ἄνεσις (ánesis) | |
| 2 Corinthians 7:5 | “For, when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; without were fightings, within were fears.” Word: ἄνεσις (ánesis) | |
| 2 Corinthians 8:13 | “For I mean not that other men be eased, and ye burdened:” Word: ἄνεσις (ánesis) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 1:7 | “And to you who are troubled rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty angels,” Word: ἄνεσις (ánesis) |