Strong's Lexicon aphobós: Fearlessly, without fear Original Word: ἀφόβως Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word ἄφοβος (aphobos), which is a combination of the prefix ἀ- (a-, meaning "without") and φόβος (phobos, meaning "fear"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀφόβως, the concept of living without fear is echoed in the Hebrew Scriptures, such as in Psalm 27:1 (BSB): "The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?" Usage: The adverb ἀφόβως (aphobós) is used in the New Testament to describe an action or state of being that is carried out without fear. It conveys a sense of boldness and confidence, often in the context of faith and trust in God. This term emphasizes the absence of fear in the face of potential danger or opposition, highlighting a reliance on divine strength and protection. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, fear was a common human experience, often associated with the unpredictability of life and the capriciousness of the gods. The early Christians, however, were called to live fearlessly, trusting in the sovereignty and faithfulness of the one true God. This fearless living was countercultural, as it demonstrated a profound trust in God's promises and a commitment to His mission, even amidst persecution and trials. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and phobos Definition without fear NASB Translation without cause (1), without cause to be afraid (1), without fear (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 870: ἀφόβωςἀφόβως, adverb (φόβος), without fear, boldly: Luke 1:74; Philippians 1:14; 1 Corinthians 16:10; Jude 1:12. (From Xenophon down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance without fear. Adverb from a compound of a (as a negative particle) and phobos; fearlessly -- without fear. see GREEK a see GREEK phobos Forms and Transliterations αφοβως αφόβως ἀφόβως aphobos aphobōs aphóbos aphóbōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 1:74 AdvGRK: ἀφόβως ἐκ χειρὸς NAS: Might serve Him without fear, KJV: might serve him without fear, INT: [that] without fear out of [the] hand 1 Corinthians 16:10 Adv Philippians 1:14 Adv Jude 1:12 Adv |