Strong's G1505 · Greek
εἰλικρίνεια
eilikríneia
Definition
clearness, i.e. (by implication) purity (figuratively)
KJV: sincerity
Root / derivation: from G1506 (εἰλικρινής);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered εἰλικρίνεια across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians1 verse
2 Corinthians2 verses
For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward.
2 Corinthians 2:17For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1505 (eilikríneia) mean?
clearness, i.e. (by implication) purity (figuratively)
How many times does G1505 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1505 (εἰλικρίνεια) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “sincerity.”
How is eilikríneia translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1505 is rendered as “sincerity” (3×).
Where does the Greek word εἰλικρίνεια come from?
from G1506 (εἰλικρινής);