Refiner Word Study hesychios (G2272)
G2272  ·  Greek  ·  Strong's Concordance
ἡσύχιος
hesychios
2 occurrences in Scripture Greek

"quiet, tranquil, peaceful, 1 Tim. 2:2; 1 Pet. 3:4*"

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Definition and meaning

What does hesychios mean in Greek?

2
Occurrences in Scripture
G2272
Strong's number
Greek
Original language

quiet, tranquil, peaceful, 1 Tim. 2:2; 1 Pet. 3:4*

In the original Greek the word is written: ἡσύχιος

Scripture references

Top 2 Bible verses with hesychios

These are the most notable occurrences of hesychios (G2272) across the King James Bible.

1 Timothy 2:2

For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.

1 Peter 3:4

But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about hesychios

What does hesychios mean in Greek?

Strong's G2272 (hesychios) is a Greek word that means: quiet, tranquil, peaceful, 1 Tim. 2:2; 1 Pet. 3:4* It appears 2 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does hesychios appear in the Bible?

The word hesychios (G2272) appears 2 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G2272?

Strong's G2272 is hesychios, a Greek word defined as: quiet, tranquil, peaceful, 1 Tim. 2:2; 1 Pet. 3:4*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is hesychios in the Old Testament or New Testament?

hesychios is a Greek word found in the New Testament.