The meaning of “ἀρχαῖος”
Understanding archaîos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(them of) old (time). - original or primeval
ἀρχαῖος
(them of) old (time). - original or primeval
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 5:27 | “Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:” Word: ἀρχαῖος (archaîos) | |
| Luke 9:19 | “They answering said, John the Baptist; but some say, Elias; and others say, that one of the old prophets is risen again.” Word: ἀρχαῖος (archaîos) | |
| Acts 15:21 | “For Moses of old time hath in every city them that preach him, being read in the synagogues every sabbath day.” Word: ἀρχαῖος (archaîos) | |
| 2 Corinthians 5:17 | “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” Word: ἀρχαῖος (archaîos) | |
| 2 Peter 2:5 | “And spared not the old world, but saved Noah the eighth person, a preacher of righteousness, bringing in the flood upon the world of the ungodly;” Word: ἀρχαῖος (archaîos) |