Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀφιλάργυρος”
Understanding aphilárgyros reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
without covetousness, not greedy of filthy lucre. - unavaricious
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀφιλάργυρος
Phoneticaf-il-ar'-goo-ros
Transliterationaphilárgyros
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
without covetousness, not greedy of filthy lucre. - unavaricious
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Timothy 3:3 | “Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous;” Word: ἀφιλάργυρος (aphilárgyros) | |
| Hebrews 13:5 | “Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.” Word: ἀφιλάργυρος (aphilárgyros) |