ἀνεκλάλητος
aneklalētos
G0412
G:A
Greek
inexpressible
1
Occurrences
1
Books
Greek
Language
Aneklaletos describes joy presented as beyond expression in 1 Peter 1:8.
The attested use describes joy that exceeds expression: in 1 Peter 1:8 it characterizes the rejoicing of those who believe despite not seeing.
Senses in use
-
Joy beyond expression · dominant
In 1 Peter 1:8, the dative singular feminine adjective characterizes joy in the clause about rejoicing while believing without seeing. The APB renders the clause "rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory."
In the Anselm Project Bible: In 1 Peter 1:8, the APB presents the term within "joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory." The clause rather than an isolated English token identifies its contribution.