# ἀσφαλῶς/asphalōs This word is used to describe an action. It is an adverb. * This word can mean securely or safely * When this word is used in this way, it talks about keeping someone secure so that they do not escape. * This word can mean certainly or assuredly. It is used to talk about things that people can confidently know or believe. See: Mark 14:44; Acts 2:36; 16:23