Alysitelḗs — G255

Definition

adjective

gainless, i.e. (by implication) pernicious

1. STRONGS NT 255a

Usually translated as

unprofitable

Origin

from G1 (as a negative particle) and the base of G3081

• A (G1)
• lysiteleî (G3081)

Occurrences

Alysitelḗs occurs 1 time in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: Hebrews (1)

• Hebrews 13:17 — Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable (ἀλυσιτελὲς) for you.