δόλιος
dolios
deceitful
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word δόλιος (dolios) has a short definition of "deceitful." This implies that it describes actions, behaviors, or intentions characterized by cunning, trickery, or dishonesty. Given its classification in the semantic domain of Sin & Righteousness, δόλιος seems to relate to a moral dimension of human behavior, where deceitful actions are seen as falling short of expected moral standards. Its single occurrence in the entire Bible suggests that it might have a specific or crucial context in a particular passage. As a singular word, δόλιος appears to have a focused meaning and usage, rather than serving as a nuanced descriptor of a broader category of human actions. Its significance lies in its ability to highlight deceitful behavior in contrast to expected moral conduct.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text