ἀδόκιμος (Adokimos): Rejected After Testing
Deep Dive into ἀδόκιμοςThe Greek word group centered on dokimos and adokimos is rooted in the concepts of testing and approval. Historically, dokimos described things or people that were tested and found genuine, such as purified metals, reliable soldiers, or respected citizens. In contrast, adokimos signifies that which fails a test, referring to spurious coins, worthless dross, or individuals rejected as base. The related verb dokimazo means to examine or verify before granting approval. While these terms were used extensively in commerce and law, they acquired deep religious significance…
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