ἀκάθαρτος
akathartosAdjectiveG0169
unclean
From: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of G2508 (καθαίρω) (meaning cleansed);
Short Definition
impure (ceremonially, morally (lewd) or specially, (demonic))
Full Lexicon Entry
unclean, impure; (a) physically ; (b) ceremonially: ; (with) morally: with πνεῦμα, as always in Gosp.
LXX Usage: chiefly for טָמֵא
Grammar
Part of Speech Adjective
Morphology G:A
DescriptionGreek Adjective
Occurrences
30 timesAppears 30 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
Mark
11
Luke
6
Acts
5
Revelation
3
Matthew
2
Key Passages
- 1 Corinthians 7:14
- Acts 8:7
- Luke 8:29
- Mark 1:27
- Mark 6:7
Go beyond grammar.
See how this word works across context, usage, and meaning with AI-assisted word study built for serious Bible study.
Context-aware insightsOriginal language depthFast, practical workflow
Word Study Preview
Live Tool
logos (G3056)
word, saying, account