Strong's Lexicon euthumos: Cheerful, of good spirit, encouraged Original Word: εὔθυμος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek words "εὖ" (eu, meaning "well" or "good") and "θυμός" (thumos, meaning "spirit" or "mind"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "εὔθυμος," similar concepts can be found in words like "שָׂמֵחַ" (sameach, Strong's Hebrew 8056), meaning joyful or glad. Usage: The Greek word "εὔθυμος" (euthumos) is used to describe a state of being cheerful, encouraged, or in good spirits. It conveys a sense of inner joy and confidence, often in the face of challenges or adversity. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the attitude of believers who maintain a positive and hopeful outlook due to their faith in God. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, maintaining a euthumos disposition was considered virtuous and desirable. It was associated with resilience and the ability to remain steadfast and positive despite external circumstances. This concept was valued in both philosophical and everyday contexts, as it was believed to contribute to personal well-being and social harmony. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2115: εὔθυμοςεὔθυμος, ἐυθυμον (εὖ and θυμός) 1. well-disposed, kind (Homer, Odyssey 14, 63). 2. of good cheer, of good courage: Acts 27:36; (comparitive as adverb STRONGS NT 2115a: εὐθύμωςεὐθύμως, adverb (Aeschylus, Xenophon, others), cheerfully: Acts 24:10 L T Tr WH, for Rec. εὐθυμότερον the more confidently. From eu and thumos; in fine spirits, i.e. Cheerful -- of good cheer, the more cheerfully. see GREEK eu see GREEK thumos Englishman's Concordance Acts 24:10 AdvGRK: τούτῳ ἐπιστάμενος εὐθύμως τὰ περὶ NAS: nation, I cheerfully make my defense, KJV: I do the more cheerfully answer INT: this knowing more cheerfully [as to] the things concerning Acts 27:36 Adj-NMP Strong's Greek 2115 |
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