Strong's Lexicon amemptós: Blameless, faultless Original Word: ἄμεμπτος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix "a-" (meaning "not") and "mémpomai" (meaning "to blame" or "to find fault"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of being blameless is תָּמִים (tamim), which also conveys completeness, integrity, and innocence. Key Hebrew references include Genesis 6:9 (Noah was "blameless" in his generation) and Job 1:1 (Job was "blameless" and upright). Usage: The term "amemptós" is used in the New Testament to describe a state of being without fault or blame. It conveys the idea of moral integrity and uprightness, often in the context of one's conduct before God and others. It implies a life that is free from legitimate criticism or reproach, particularly in relation to adherence to God's commandments and ethical standards. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, moral and ethical behavior was highly valued, and being considered "blameless" was a significant commendation. In Jewish culture, adherence to the Law was paramount, and being blameless was associated with righteousness and piety. The New Testament writers, particularly Paul, emphasize this quality as essential for believers, reflecting a life transformed by faith in Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 274 amémptōs – blamelessly (the adverbial form of 273 /ámemptos, see there). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from amemptos Definition blamelessly NASB Translation blamelessly (1), without blame (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 274: ἀμέμπτωςἀμέμπτως, adverb, blamelessly, so that there is no cause for censure: 1 Thessalonians 2:10; ( Strong's Exhaustive Concordance blamelessly.Adverb from amemptos; faultlessly -- blameless, unblamably. see GREEK amemptos Forms and Transliterations αμεμπτως αμέμπτως ἀμέμπτως amemptos amemptōs amémptos amémptōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Thessalonians 2:10 AdvGRK: δικαίως καὶ ἀμέμπτως ὑμῖν τοῖς NAS: and uprightly and blamelessly we behaved KJV: and unblameably we behaved ourselves INT: righteously and blamelessly with you that 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Adv |
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