G5283
ὑπόνοια
suspicion
Transliteration
hypónoiaPronunciation
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suspicion
ὑπόνοια(hypónoia)
Strong’s Definition
suspicion
from G5282 (ὑπονοέω);
“He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,”
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Strong's G5283: A noun derived from hypo (under) with nous (mind), meaning suspicion or evil surmising. In biblical usage, it specifically refers to harmful suspicions arising from corrupt thinking, particularly in contexts of false teaching and divisive behavior.
U- Unveiling the Word
ὑπόνοια (hyponoia) combines ὑπό (hypo, "under") with νοῦς (nous, "mind"), describing undercurrent thoughts that breed suspicion. In 1 Timothy 6:4, Paul uses it to describe the harmful suspicions that arise from corrupt thinking and false teaching. The early church saw this word as a warning against the destructive power of unfounded suspicions in Christian community. Today, it reminds us to guard against baseless suspicions that can damage fellowship and hinder truth.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
Combined to mean "under-thinking"
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
See G1261
See G5284
See G2550
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As a noun, ὑπόνοια exhibits these features:
Examples of morphological changes:
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
The major lexicons emphasize ὑπόνοια's negative connotation. BDAG highlights its use in contexts of harmful speculation. Thayer's notes its connection to corrupt thinking and false teaching. LSJ traces its development from neutral suspicion to negative conjecture. Vine's connects it to divisive behavior in church contexts. Strong's emphasizes its compound nature suggesting underlying harmful thoughts. Moulton and Milligan document its use in legal contexts of malicious accusation.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
1 Timothy 6:4: "he is proud, knowing nothing, but is obsessed with disputes and arguments over words, from which come envy, strife, reviling, evil [ὑπόνοια] suspicions."
Additional References:
This word appears only once in the New Testament.
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
ὑπόνοια warns against the destructive power of baseless suspicion in Christian community. Paul identifies it as a fruit of corrupt thinking that damages fellowship and hinders truth. The good news is that King Jesus offers transformation of our thought patterns, replacing harmful suspicion with trusting love and discerning wisdom.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G5283: A noun derived from hypo (under) with nous (mind), meaning suspicion or evil surmising. In biblical usage, it specifically refers to harmful suspicions arising from corrupt thinking, particularly in contexts of false teaching and divisive behavior.
Part of speech: Noun
Tags: suspicion, false teaching, evil thinking, division, unity, wisdom, discernment, trust, fellowship, church life