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ἄπταιστος (aptaistos)

aptaistos

without falling

G0679 · Greek · New Testament · 1 verses

Quick Reference

Language
Koine Greek
Testament
New Testament
Occurrences
1 verses
Root
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Word Overview

The adjective aptaistos describes a state of being "without stumbling" or "sure-footed." Its construction combines a negative prefix with a root related to tripping or falling, creating a vivid image of stability. In the New Testament, it appears only once, in Jude 24, where it modifies God’s ability to keep believers secure.

While the literal sense applies to physical footing, the context here is spiritual. The word suggests that God is capable of presenting His people before His presence without any moral failure or loss of standing. It emphasizes divine power and reliability rather than human effort, portraying a preservation that is complete and unshaken by earthly instability.

Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).

What This Word Means for Your Faith

The word aptaistos paints a picture of sure footing when the ground beneath us feels unstable. It describes someone who does not trip or fall, even when obstacles are present. In Jude 24, this adjective is applied to God’s power over our lives. It assures us that He can keep us from spiritual failure and present us before Him without blame.

This truth offers deep comfort during seasons of uncertainty. We often worry about our own ability to stay faithful, but the focus here is on His strength, not ours. God is able to preserve us completely. This means our standing before Him rests on His reliable character rather than our fluctuating performance.

When you feel like you are losing your balance in faith, remember that He holds you steady. You do not have to carry the weight of perfection alone. His power ensures that you can stand firm in joy, secure in His presence. This promise invites you to rest in His care today.

How it's translated

How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.

  • from stumbling1×

Forms in the text

The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.

  • ἀπταίστους1×

Key Verses

  • Jude 1:24
    Now to him who is able to keep them from stumbling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory in great joy,

    This verse uses aptaistos to describe God's active power to prevent believers from falling, highlighting divine preservation rather than human effort.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does aptaistos mean in the Bible?

The Greek word aptaistos means 'without stumbling' or 'unable to cause someone to fall.' It combines a negative prefix with a root related to tripping. In Jude 24, it describes God's ability to keep believers secure from spiritual failure.

Where does the word aptaistos appear in Scripture?

It appears only once in the New Testament, in Jude verse 24. The author uses it to praise God for His power to preserve Christians and present them faultless before His glory.

How is aptaistos different from other words for stability?

While many Greek words describe general strength or firmness, aptaistos specifically focuses on the absence of falling or tripping. It emphasizes protection against moral failure and loss of standing before God.

Every Occurrence (1 verses across 1 books)

Jude 1 verse
Jude 1:24

Now to him who is able to keep them from stumbling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory in…