Original Word: ἀκέραιος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: akeraios
Pronunciation: ah-KEH-rah-yos
Phonetic Spelling: (ak-er'-ah-yos)
Definition: Innocent, pure, unmixed, blameless
Meaning: (lit: unmixed) simple, unsophisticated, sincere, blameless.

pure, innocent

From a (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of kerannumi; unmixed, i.e. (figuratively) innocent -- harmless, simple.

see GREEK a

see GREEK kerannumi

185 akéraios (an adjective, derived from 1 /A "not" and 2767 /keránnymi, "mingled") – properly, not mixed (mingled); not a destructive mixture because not tainted by sinful motives (ambitions); pure (unmingled).

Word Origin
from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and kerannumi
Definition
unmixed, pure
NASB Translation
innocent (3).

STRONGS NT 185: ἀκέραιος

ἀκέραιος, (κεράννυμι);

a. unmixed, pure, as wine, metals,

b. of the mind, without admixture of evil, free from guile, innocent, simple: Matthew 10:16; Romans 16:19; Philippians 2:15; (and frequent in secular writings). (Cf. Ellicott on Philippians, the passage cited; Trench, § lvi.; Tittmann 1:27f.)

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix "α-" (a-, meaning "not") and "κέρας" (keras, meaning "horn" or "part"), suggesting the idea of being "unmixed" or "pure."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀκέραιος, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words such as תָּם (tam, Strong's 8535), meaning "blameless" or "innocent," and זַךְ (zakh, Strong's 2134), meaning "pure" or "clean." These terms reflect the Old Testament emphasis on moral integrity and purity before God.

Usage: The word ἀκέραιος is used in the New Testament to describe a state of moral purity and innocence. It is often associated with the character and conduct expected of believers, emphasizing sincerity and integrity.

Context: The Greek term ἀκέραιος appears in the New Testament to describe a quality of character that is untainted by evil or deceit. It is used to encourage believers to maintain a state of moral purity and integrity in their walk with God. The term is found in the following key passages:

• Matthew 10:16 (BSB): "Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent (ἀκέραιος) as doves." Here, Jesus instructs His disciples to combine wisdom with innocence, highlighting the need for purity in their mission.

• Philippians 2:15 (BSB): "so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world." The term ἀκέραιος is translated as "pure," emphasizing the call for believers to stand out in moral integrity amidst a corrupt society.

• Romans 16:19 (BSB): "Everyone has heard about your obedience, so I rejoice over you. But I want you to be wise about what is good, and innocent (ἀκέραιος) about what is evil." Paul encourages the Roman believers to maintain innocence concerning evil, underscoring the importance of moral discernment.

The concept of ἀκέραιος is integral to the Christian ethical framework, urging believers to pursue a life that reflects the purity and holiness of God. It is a call to live authentically and transparently, avoiding the moral compromises that characterize the world.

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