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G761 · Greek · New Testament
ἀσάλευτος
Asaleutos
Adjective
Unmovable, unshakeable

Definition

The Greek adjective asaleutos (ἀσάλευτος) means "unmovable, unshakeable, that which cannot be shaken" — from the alpha-privative a- (not) and saleuō (to shake, agitate). It describes absolute stability and permanence that no force can disturb.

Usage & Theological Significance

The word appears twice in the New Testament with profound theological significance. In Acts 27:41, it describes the firm rock to which Paul's wrecked ship runs aground — the immovable sandbar. In Hebrews 12:28, it is used of God's kingdom: "since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken (asaleuton), let us be thankful." The author has just invoked the scene at Sinai — the mountain that shook — and contrasted it with Mount Zion. Everything in the old age was shakeable; the kingdom inaugurated by Christ is asaleutos. All earthly kingdoms, economies, and empires will be shaken (Hebrews 12:26–27); only what is of God remains immovable.

Key Bible Verses

Hebrews 12:28 Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken (asaleuton), let us be thankful.
Acts 27:41 But the ship struck a sandbar and ran aground. The bow stuck fast and would not move, while the stern was broken to pieces by the pounding of the surf.
Hebrews 12:26 At that time his voice shook the earth, but now he has promised, 'Once more I will shake not only the earth but also the heavens.'
Psalm 46:2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.
Isaiah 54:10 'Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken,' says the LORD.

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