Oknērós — G3636

Definition

adjective

tardy, i.e. indolent; (figuratively) irksome

Usually translated as

slothful, grievous

Origin

from G3635

• oknéō (G3635)

Occurrences

Oknērós occurs 3 times in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: Matthew (1), Romans (1), Philippians (1)

• Matthew 25:26 — His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful (ὀκνηρέ) servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed:
• Romans 12:11 — Not slothful (ὀκνηροί) in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;
• Philippians 3:1 — Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous (ὀκνηρόν), but for you it is safe.