ἀσωτία
asōtia
“debauchery”
Definition
properly, unsavedness, i.e. (by implication) profligacy
from a compound of G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of G4982 (σώζω);
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logos (G3056)
word, saying, account
Grammar & Morphology
Noun (Feminine)
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Occurrences
ἀσωτία appears 3 times in the New Testament.
Distribution by Book
Key Passages
Because of this, they consider it strange of you not to plunge with them into the same flood of reckless indiscretion, and they heap abuse on you.
Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to reckless indiscretion. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.
An elder must be blameless, the husband of but one wife, having children who are believers and who are not open to accusation of indiscretion or insubordination.
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