ἄκακος

akakos · /ak'-ak-os/

Number

G172

Language

Greek

Original word

ἄκακος

Transliteration

akakos

Pronunciation

ak'-ak-os

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

from 1 (as a negative particle) and 2556; not bad, i.e. (objectively) innocent or (subjectively) unsuspecting:--harmless, simple.

KJV: harmless, simple

Root / derivation: from 1 (as a negative particle) and 2556

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἄκακος across 2 verses.

harmless1×

simple1×

2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Romans1 verse

For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.

Hebrews1 verse

For such an high priest became us, who is holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;

What does Strong's G172 (akakos) mean?

from 1 (as a negative particle) and 2556; not bad, i.e. (objectively) innocent or (subjectively) unsuspecting:--harmless, simple.

How many times does G172 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G172 (ἄκακος) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “harmless.”

How is akakos translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G172 is rendered as “harmless” (1×), “simple” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ἄκακος come from?

from 1 (as a negative particle) and 2556