Strong's Lexicon apeiros: inexperienced, unacquainted, ignorant Original Word: ἄπειρος Word Origin: From the Greek prefix "α-" (a-, meaning "without") and "πεῖρα" (peira, meaning "experience" or "trial") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "apeiros," the concept of inexperience or lack of knowledge can be related to Hebrew words like "פֶּתִי" (pethi, Strong's 6612), meaning simple or naive, often used in the context of lacking wisdom or understanding. Usage: The Greek word "ἄπειρος" (apeiros) is used to describe someone who is inexperienced or unacquainted with something. It conveys a sense of lacking knowledge or familiarity, often due to a lack of exposure or practice. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a lack of experience in moral or spiritual matters. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, experience and knowledge were highly valued, especially in philosophical and religious contexts. The term "apeiros" would have been understood as a deficiency in understanding or skill, often implying a need for growth or learning. In the context of early Christianity, this term would highlight the importance of spiritual maturity and discernment. HELPS Word-studies 552 ápeiros (from 1 /A "not" and 3984 /peíra, "a test, trial") – properly, not tested or not successful when tested (tried). [In classical Greek, 552 (ápeiros) refers to people lacking adequate skill (knowledge) – and hence fail due to their lack of familiarity (practice).] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and peira Definition without experience of NASB Translation accustomed (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 552: ἄπειροςἄπειρος, ἀπειρον (πεῖρα trial, experience), inexperienced in, without experience of, with the genitive of the thing (as in Greek writings): Hebrews 5:13. ((Pindar and Herodotus down.)) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance unskillful, inexperienced From a (as a negative particle) and peira; inexperienced, i.e. Ignorant -- unskilful. see GREEK a see GREEK peira Forms and Transliterations απειρος άπειρος ἄπειρος απείρου απείρω apeiros ápeirosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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