Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀσχημονέω”
Understanding aschēmonéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
behave self uncomely (unseemly). - to be (i.e. act) unbecoming
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀσχημονέω
Phoneticas-kay-mon-eh'-o
Transliterationaschēmonéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
behave self uncomely (unseemly). - to be (i.e. act) unbecoming
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 7:36 | “But if any man think that he behaveth himself uncomely toward his virgin, if she pass the flower of her age, and need so require, let him do what he will, he sinneth not: let them marry.” Word: ἀσχημονέω (aschēmonéō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 13:5 | “Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;” Word: ἀσχημονέω (aschēmonéō) |