Strong’s G0841

αὐτάρκεια

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

autarkeia

Pronunciation

ow-TAR-kee-ah

Definition

Contentment, sufficiency, self-sufficiency

Meaning

self-sufficiency, independence, contentment.

Usage

In the New Testament, "autarkeia" refers to a state of contentment or sufficiency, particularly in the context of one's material needs and spiritual well-being. It conveys the idea of having enough and being satisfied with what one has, without the need for excess or reliance on external circumstances.

Bible references

2 Corinthians 9:8;1 Timothy 6:6