Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀχρεῖος”
Understanding achreîos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
unprofitable. - useless, i.e. (euphemistically) unmeritorious
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀχρεῖος
Phoneticakh-ri'-os
Transliterationachreîos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
unprofitable. - useless, i.e. (euphemistically) unmeritorious
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 25:30 | “And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” Word: ἀχρεῖος (achreîos) | |
| Luke 17:10 | “So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things which are commanded you, say, We are unprofitable servants: we have done that which was our duty to do.” Word: ἀχρεῖος (achreîos) |