Strong's Greek · G2272

ἡσύχιος

hēsýchios

peaceable, quiet

Definition

properly, keeping one's seat (sedentary), i.e. (by implication) still (undisturbed, undisturbing)

Derivation

a prolonged form of a compound probably of a derivative of the base of G1476 (ἑδραῖος) and perhaps G2192 (ἔχω);

Appears 2 times in Scripture

1 Timothy 2:2

for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity.

1 Peter 3:4

but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight.

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Lexicon: Strong's Exhaustive Concordance (James Strong, 1890, public domain), digital edition by Open Scriptures (CC BY-SA). Verse mappings: Berean Standard Bible interlinear tables (public domain).

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