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G274 · Greek · New Testament
ἀμέμπτως
Amemptōs
Adverb
Blamelessly, without fault

Definition

The Greek adverb amemptōs (ἀμέμπτως) means "blamelessly" or "without fault" — the manner of living that provides no valid grounds for accusation. From a- (negative) + memphō (to blame, find fault), it describes conduct that is above reproach. The related adjective amemptos (G273) describes a blameless person. The word does not imply sinless perfection but rather integrity of life that cannot be fairly criticized.

Usage & Theological Significance

Amemptōs sets the standard for Christian character in the community of faith. Paul declares in 1 Thessalonians 2:10 that his ministry team behaved "holy, righteous, and blamelessly [amemptōs]" among the Thessalonians — a claim grounded in observable conduct, not self-assessment alone. This standard of blamelessness is the goal of the spiritual life (1 Thessalonians 3:13; 5:23) — not achieved through human effort but through the sanctifying work of God. The eschatological dimension is crucial: Paul prays that believers will be kept blameless at the coming of Christ, suggesting that amemptōs is ultimately a gift of grace, not earned righteousness.

Key Bible Verses

1 Thessalonians 2:10 You are witnesses, and God also, how holy and righteous and blameless was our conduct toward you believers.
1 Thessalonians 5:23 Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Philippians 3:6 as to zeal, a persecutor of the church; as to righteousness under the law, blameless.
Luke 1:6 And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord.
Hebrews 8:7 For if that first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no occasion to look for a second.

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