Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀσωτία”
Understanding asōtía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
excess, riot. - properly, unsavedness, i.e. (by implication) profligacy
G810
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀσωτία
Phoneticas-o-tee'-ah
Transliterationasōtía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
excess, riot. - properly, unsavedness, i.e. (by implication) profligacy
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ephesians 5:18 | “And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;” Word: ἀσωτία (asōtía) | |
| Titus 1:6 | “If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly.” Word: ἀσωτία (asōtía) | |
| 1 Peter 4:4 | “Wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them to the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you: ” Word: ἀσωτία (asōtía) |