ἄφθαρτος

aphthartosAdjectiveG0862

incorruptible

From: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a derivative of G5351 (φθείρω);

Short Definition

undecaying (in essence or continuance)

Full Lexicon Entry

imperishable, immortal; (a) of things: (b) of persons: of men; of God.
LXX Usage: *

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

8 times

Appears 8 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Peter
3
1 Corinthians
2
1 Timothy
1
Mark
1
Romans
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 15:52
  • 1 Corinthians 9:25
  • 1 Peter 1:4
  • 1 Peter 1:23
  • 1 Peter 3:4

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