Original Word: ἡσυχία
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: hésuchia
Pronunciation: hay-soo-khee'-ah
Phonetic Spelling: (hay-soo-khee'-ah)
Definition: Quietness, silence, tranquility
Meaning: quietness, stillness, silence.

quietness, silence.

Feminine of hesuchios; (as noun) stillness, i.e. Desistance from bustle or language -- quietness, silence.

see GREEK hesuchios

Cognate: 2271 hēsyxía (from hēsyxos, "quiet, stillness") – quietness, implying calm; for the believer, 2271 (hēsyxía) is used of their God-produced calm which includes an inner tranquility that supports appropriate action. This term "does not mean speechlessness, which is more directly indicated by 4602 (sigḗ) (J. Thayer). See 2272 (hēsyxios).

Word Origin
from hésuchios
Definition
stillness
NASB Translation
quiet (2), quiet fashion (1), quietly (1).

STRONGS NT 2271: ἡσυχία

ἡσυχία, ἡσυχίας, ἡ (from the adjective ἡσύχιος, which see; the feminine expresses the general notion (Winers Grammar, 95 (90)), cf. αἰτία, ἀρετή, ἔχθρα, etc.) (from Homer down);

1. quietness: descriptive of the life of one who stays at home doing his own work, and does not officiously meddle with the affairs of others, 2 Thessalonians 3:12.

2. silence: Acts 22:2; 1 Timothy 2:11f

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root ἡσύχιος (hēsychios), meaning "quiet" or "tranquil."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἡσυχία, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words such as שָׁקַט (shaqat, Strong's H8252), meaning "to be quiet" or "to be at rest," and שָׁלוֹם (shalom, Strong's H7965), which encompasses peace, completeness, and welfare. These terms reflect the Old Testament emphasis on peace and rest as blessings from God.

Usage: The word ἡσυχία is used in the New Testament to describe a demeanor of quietness and peace, often in the context of behavior that is fitting for believers. It is associated with a lifestyle that avoids unnecessary disturbance and promotes harmony.

Context: The Greek term ἡσυχία appears in several New Testament passages, emphasizing the importance of a quiet and peaceful demeanor in the life of a believer. In 1 Timothy 2:2, Paul exhorts believers to pray for all people, including kings and those in authority, "that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity" (BSB). Here, ἡσυχία is linked with a life that reflects godliness and respectability, suggesting that a peaceful existence is conducive to spiritual growth and witness.

In 1 Thessalonians 4:11, Paul encourages the Thessalonians to "aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you" (BSB). This instruction highlights the value of a quiet life, free from unnecessary conflict and focused on personal responsibility and industriousness.

Additionally, in 1 Peter 3:4, the term is used to describe the "unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight" (BSB). This passage underscores the spiritual virtue of inner tranquility, which is esteemed by God and reflects a heart at peace.

The concept of ἡσυχία is integral to the Christian ethos, promoting a lifestyle that is marked by peace, order, and a focus on personal and communal well-being. It encourages believers to cultivate an environment where spiritual growth can flourish, free from the distractions and disturbances of a chaotic world.

ησυχια ησυχία ἡσυχίᾳ ησυχιαν ησυχίαν ἡσυχίαν ησυχιας ησυχίας ἡσυχίας esuchia ēsuchia esuchian ēsuchian esuchias ēsuchias hesychia hēsychia hesychíāi hēsychíāi hesychian hesychían hēsychian hēsychían hesychias hesychías hēsychias hēsychíasInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts