Strong’s G0794

ἄστοργος

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

astorgos

Pronunciation

as'-tor-gos

Definition

Without natural affection, unloving

Meaning

unloving, devoid of affection.

Usage

The term "astorgos" is used in the New Testament to describe a lack of natural affection, particularly the kind of love and care that should exist within family relationships. It denotes a deficiency in the natural bonds of love that are expected between family members, such as between parents and children or among siblings.

Bible references

Romans 1:31;2 Timothy 3:3