Strong’s G0203

ἀκροβυστία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

akrobustia

Pronunciation

ak-rob-oos-TEE-ah

Definition

Uncircumcision, foreskin

Meaning

(a technical word of Jewish use) foreskin, prepuce: used sometimes as a slang term by Jews, of Gentiles.

Usage

In the New Testament, "akrobustia" is primarily used to denote the state of being uncircumcised. It is often used metaphorically to refer to Gentiles or those who are not part of the Jewish covenant community, which was marked by the physical sign of circumcision. The term is used to discuss the spiritual implications of circumcision and uncircumcision in the context of the new covenant in Christ.

Bible references

Acts 11:3;Romans 2:25;Romans 2:26;Romans 2:26;Romans 2:27;Romans 3:30;Romans 4:9;Romans 4:10;Romans 4:10;Romans 4:11;Romans 4:11;Romans 4:12;1 Corinthians 7:18;1 Corinthians 7:19;Galatians 2:7;Galatians 5:6;Galatians 6:15;Ephesians 2:11;Colossians 2:13;Colossians 3:11