Strong's G102 · Greek
ἀδύνατος
adýnatos
Definition
unable, i.e. weak (literally or figuratively); passively, impossible
KJV: could not do, impossible, impotent, not possible, weak
Root / derivation: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G1415 (δυνατός);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀδύνατος across 10 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
10 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew1 verse
Romans2 verses
Hebrews4 verses
For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost,
Hebrews 6:18That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us:
Hebrews 10:4For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
Hebrews 11:6But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G102 (adýnatos) mean?
unable, i.e. weak (literally or figuratively); passively, impossible
How many times does G102 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G102 (ἀδύνατος) appears in 10 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “impossible.”
How is adýnatos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G102 is rendered as “impossible” (6×), “do” (1×), “impotent” (1×), “possible” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word ἀδύνατος come from?
from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G1415 (δυνατός);