ἀγανάκτησις
aganaktēsis
indignation
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ἀγανάκτησις (aganaktēsis) is a noun that conveys a sense of indignation. Its definition points to a strong emotional reaction, typically in response to perceived injustice or wrong. This word has a limited presence in the Bible, appearing only once. Its significance arises from capturing a particular sentiment or feeling that the author aimed to convey in that specific context. In terms of usage, ἀγανάκτησις tends to emerge in situations where emotion runs high, as a response to an event or circumstance that is perceived as egregious or unjust.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text