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The meaning of ἀφθαρσία

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

Definition

immortality, incorruption, sincerity. - incorruptibility - genitive, unending existence - (figuratively) genuineness

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ἀφθαρσία

Phoneticaf-thar-see'-ah
Transliterationaphtharsía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

immortality, incorruption, sincerity. - incorruptibility - genitive, unending existence - (figuratively) genuineness

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

8 total references
ReferenceText
Romans 2:7

To them who by patient continuance in well doing seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life:

Word: ἀφθαρσία (aphtharsía)
1 Corinthians 15:53

For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality.

Word: ἀφθαρσία (aphtharsía)
Ephesians 6:24

Grace be with all them that love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen. Written from Rome unto the Ephesians by Tychicus.

Word: ἀφθαρσία (aphtharsía)
2 Timothy 1:10

But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel:

Word: ἀφθαρσία (aphtharsía)
Titus 2:7

In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,

Word: ἀφθαρσία (aphtharsía)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
8x
Most Frequent Book
1 Corinthians

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