Strong’s G0769

ἀσθένεια

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

astheneia

Pronunciation

as-then'-i-ah

Definition

Weakness, infirmity, sickness

Meaning

want of strength, weakness, illness, suffering, calamity, frailty.

Usage

The term "astheneia" primarily denotes a state of weakness or lack of strength. In the New Testament, it is used both in a physical sense, referring to bodily ailments or sickness, and in a metaphorical sense, indicating moral or spiritual weakness. It often highlights human frailty and the need for divine strength.

Bible references

Matthew 8:17;Luke 5:15;Luke 8:2;Luke 13:11;Luke 13:12;John 5:5;John 11:4;Acts 28:9;Romans 6:19;Romans 8:26;1 Corinthians 2:3;1 Corinthians 15:43;2 Corinthians 11:30;2 Corinthians 12:5;2 Corinthians 12:9;2 Corinthians 12:9;2 Corinthians 12:10;2 Corinthians 13:4;Galatians 4:13;1 Timothy 5:23;Hebrews 4:15;Hebrews 5:2;Hebrews 7:28;Hebrews 11:34