The Greek word hairetikos

Found just one time in the New Testament (Tit. 3:10), the Greek adjective “hairetikos” described an opinionated person who sought to get everyone to agree with his view(s).  A person with this type of disposition usually causes disruption and strife, so Paul said those who behave in this way must be “refused” after a “first and second admonition.”  In the ASV this word is translated “factious.”

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