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The meaning of ἀπελεύθερος

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

Definition

freeman. - one freed away, i.e. a freedman

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ἀπελεύθερος

Phoneticap-el-yoo'-ther-os
Transliterationapeleútheros
Grammar Code
G:A-M
Greek, Adjective, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

freeman. - one freed away, i.e. a freedman

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
1 Corinthians 7:22

For he that is called in the Lord, being a servant, is the Lord’s freeman: likewise also he that is called, being free, is Christ’s servant.

Word: ἀπελεύθερος (apeleútheros)

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Most Frequent Book
1 Corinthians
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