G104 — aei (always, ever, at all times)

G104 · Greek · New Testament

ἀεί

aei

Adverb

always, ever, at all times

Definition

Aei (G104) is an adverb of perpetual continuity — what is 'always' true or ongoing. In the NT it describes the constant wandering of unbelievers (Hebrews 3:10), the constant lying of Cretans (quoted by Paul in Titus 1:12), and significantly Paul's claim that he is always (aei) being given over to death for Jesus' sake.

Usage & Theological Significance

Aei highlights the contrast between perpetual sinfulness and perpetual grace. Hebrews 3:10 quotes Psalm 95 — 'they always go astray in their heart.' Paul answers in 2 Corinthians 4:11 — 'we are always being given over to death.' The perpetual pattern of human wandering meets the perpetual pattern of divine sustaining.

Key Bible Verses

2 Corinthians 4:11 For we who live are always [aei] being given over to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our mortal flesh.

Hebrews 3:10 Therefore I was provoked with that generation, and said, 'They always [aei] go astray in their heart; they have not known my ways.'

Titus 1:12 One of the Cretans, a prophet of their own, said, 'Cretans are always liars, evil beasts, lazy gluttons.'

1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always [aei] being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you.

Acts 7:51 You stiff-necked people, uncircumcised in heart and ears, you always resist the Holy Spirit. As your fathers did, so do you.

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