ἀσεβής

asebēsAdjectiveG0765

ungodly

From: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of G4576 (σέβομαι);

Short Definition

irreverent, i.e. (by extension) impious or wicked

Full Lexicon Entry

un­godly, impious.
LXX Usage: chiefly for רָשַׁע

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

9 times

Appears 9 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

2 Peter
3
Jude
2
Romans
2
1 Peter
1
1 Timothy
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 4:18
  • 1 Timothy 1:9
  • 2 Peter 2:5
  • 2 Peter 2:6
  • 2 Peter 3:7

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