Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἄχρηστος”
Understanding áchrēstos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
unprofitable. - inefficient, i.e. (by implication) detrimental
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἄχρηστος
Phoneticakh'-race-tos
Transliterationáchrēstos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
unprofitable. - inefficient, i.e. (by implication) detrimental
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Philemon 1:11 | “Which in time past was to thee unprofitable, but now profitable to thee and to me:” Word: ἄχρηστος (áchrēstos) |