ΑΘΛΗΤΗΣ, αθλητης
ATHLĒTĒS, athlētēs
Sounds Like: ath-LAY-tays
Translations: athlete, a competitor, a contestant
From the root: ΑΘΛΗΤΗΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to an athlete or a competitor in public games, such as those held in ancient Greece. It describes someone who engages in a contest or struggle, often implying discipline, training, and effort. In a broader sense, it can be used metaphorically to describe someone who strives or contends vigorously, particularly in a spiritual context, like a Christian striving for righteousness.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G0119 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- 4 Maccabees — 6:10
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