Strong's Lexicon eukairia: Opportunity, favorable time, occasion Original Word: εὐκαιρία Word Origin: From the Greek words εὖ (eu, meaning "well" or "good") and καιρός (kairos, meaning "time" or "season"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "eukairia," the concept of an opportune time can be related to the Hebrew word עֵת (eth, Strong's H6256), which also denotes time or season. Usage: The term "eukairia" refers to a suitable or favorable time for an action or event. It implies a moment that is ripe for a particular purpose, often carrying the connotation of seizing the moment or making the most of a given opportunity. In the New Testament, it is used to describe moments that are opportune for specific actions, whether for good or ill. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of "kairos" (time) was distinct from "chronos" (chronological time). "Kairos" referred to the qualitative aspect of time, emphasizing the right or opportune moment. "Eukairia" builds on this idea, highlighting the importance of recognizing and acting upon these moments. In a culture that valued wisdom and discernment, understanding and utilizing "eukairia" was seen as a mark of prudence and success. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom eukairos Definition fitting time NASB Translation good opportunity (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2120: εὐκαιρίαεὐκαιρία, εὐκαιρίας, ἡ (εὔκαιρος), seasonable time, opportunity: ζητεῖν εὐκαιρίαν, followed by (ἵνα Buttmann, 237 (205)), Matthew 26:16; (Luke 22:6 Lachmann marginal reading); by τοῦ with an infinitive Luke 22:6. (the Sept.; in Greek writings first in Plato, Phaedr., p. 272 a.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance opportunity. From eukairos; a favorable occasion -- opportunity. see GREEK eukairos Forms and Transliterations ευκαιρία ευκαιρίαις ευκαιριαν ευκαιρίαν εὐκαιρίαν eukairian eukairíanLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 26:16 N-AFSGRK: τότε ἐζήτει εὐκαιρίαν ἵνα αὐτὸν NAS: on he [began] looking for a good opportunity to betray KJV: he sought opportunity to INT: that time he sought an opportunity that him Luke 22:6 N-AFS |
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