ἄκακος

ákakos

Number

G172

Language

Greek

Original word

ἄκακος

Transliteration

ákakos

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

not bad, i.e. (objectively) innocent or (subjectively) unsuspecting

KJV: harmless, simple

Root / derivation: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G2556 (κακός);

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 (ákakos) mean?

not bad, i.e. (objectively) innocent or (subjectively) unsuspecting

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 ákakos 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 G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G2556 (κακός);