Strong’s G0169

ἀκάθαρτος

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

akathartos

Pronunciation

ah-KAH-thar-tos

Definition

Unclean, impure

Meaning

unclean, impure.

Usage

The term "akathartos" is used in the New Testament to describe that which is ritually or morally unclean. It often refers to impure spirits or demons, as well as to things that are ceremonially unclean according to Jewish law. The word conveys a sense of defilement and separation from what is holy or pure.

Bible references

Matthew 10:1;Matthew 12:43;Mark 1:23;Mark 1:26;Mark 1:27;Mark 3:11;Mark 3:30;Mark 5:2;Mark 5:8;Mark 5:13;Mark 6:7;Mark 7:25;Mark 9:25;Luke 4:33;Luke 4:36;Luke 6:18;Luke 8:29;Luke 9:42;Luke 11:24;Acts 5:16;Acts 8:7;Acts 10:14;Acts 10:28;Acts 11:8;1 Corinthians 7:14