ἀπολογία apología

Meaning

a plea ("apology")

In the King James Version: answer (for self), clearing of self, defence

Derivation: from the same as G626 (ἀπολογέομαι);

Where it is used

• Acts 22:1 “Brothers and fathers, listen now to my defense before you.”
• Acts 25:16 I told them that it is not the Roman custom to hand a man over before he has had an opportunity to face his accusers and defend himself against their charges.
• 1 Corinthians 9:3 This is my defense to those who scrutinize me:
• 2 Corinthians 7:11 Consider what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what zeal, what vindication! In every way you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter.
• Philippians 1:7 It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart. For in my chains and in my defense and confirmation of the gospel, you are all partners in grace with me.
• Philippians 1:16 The latter do so in love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel.
• 2 Timothy 4:16 At my first defense, no one stood with me, but everyone deserted me. May it not be charged against them.
• 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,