Definition
ἡσύχιος, -α, -ον
(= the more frequently ἥσυχος; cf. Wis.18.14, Sir.25.20), [in LXX: Isaiah 66:2 (רוּחַ נָכֶה)* ;]
quiet, tranquil: 1 Timothy 2:2, 1 Peter 3:4.
Synonyms: ἤρεμος, of tranquillity arising from without; ἡ., from within (see Ellic. on 1Ti, l.with; but also see CGT, ib.).
Hebrew words it translates
The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as ἡσύχιος:
- רוּחַru.ach“spirit”always
Usage patterns
Occurrences
2 total
- 1 Timothy 2:2ἡσύχιον · quiet…for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity.
- 1 Peter 3:4ἡσυχίου · quiet…but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight.