Strong's G423 · Greek
ἀνεπίληπτος
anepílēptos
Definition
not arrested, i.e. (by implication) inculpable
KJV: blameless, unrebukeable
Root / derivation: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a derivative of G1949 (ἐπιλαμβάνομαι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀνεπίληπτος across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Timothy3 verses
A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach;
1 Timothy 5:7And these things give in charge, that they may be blameless.
1 Timothy 6:14That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable, until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ:
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G423 (anepílēptos) mean?
not arrested, i.e. (by implication) inculpable
How many times does G423 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G423 (ἀνεπίληπτος) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “blameless.”
How is anepílēptos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G423 is rendered as “blameless” (2×), “unrebukeable” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἀνεπίληπτος come from?
from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and a derivative of G1949 (ἐπιλαμβάνομαι);