Strong's Lexicon zeó: To boil, to be fervent Original Word: ζέω Word Origin: A primary verb Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "zeó," the concept of fervency or zeal can be related to Hebrew words like קָנָא (qanah - Strong's H7065), which means "to be zealous" or "to be jealous." Usage: The Greek verb "zeó" primarily means "to boil" or "to be hot." In a metaphorical sense, it is used to describe fervency or zeal, particularly in the context of spiritual fervor or enthusiasm. This term conveys a sense of intense passion or eagerness, often in relation to one's faith or spiritual life. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of boiling or being fervent was often associated with intense emotions or actions. The metaphor of boiling was used to describe not only physical heat but also the fervency of spirit or emotion. In the New Testament, this term is used to encourage believers to maintain a passionate and zealous faith, reflecting the early Christian emphasis on wholehearted devotion to God. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 2204 zéō (onomatopoetic for the sound of boiling water, perhaps a primitive verb) – properly, to bubble over because hot enough to boil (J. Thayer); (figuratively) to show great zeal; be ardently passionate (literally "boiling" with interest or desire); "to be deeply committed to something, with the implication of accompanying desire – 'to be earnest, to set one's heart on, to be completely intent upon' " (L & N, 1, 25.76); very fervent. See 2205 (zēlos). [2204 (zéō) is "formed from the participle of the Latin ferveo, 'to boil or ferment,' is an exact translation of this word, which means 'to seethe or bubble,' and is therefore used figuratively of mental states and emotions" (WS, 268).] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. verb Definition to boil, be hot NASB Translation being fervent (1), fervent (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2204: ζέωζέω; to boil with heat, be hot; often in Greek writings; thus of water, Homer, Iliad 18, 349; 21, 362 (365); metaphorically, used of 'boiling' anger, love, zeal for what is good or bad, etc. (Tragg., Plato, Plutarch, others); ζέων (on this uncontracted form cf. Alexander Buttmann (1873) Ausf. Spr. (or his School Gram. (Robinson's translation)) § 105 N. 2, i., p. 481; Matthiae, i., p. 151; (Hadley § 371 b.)) τῷ πνεύματι, fervent in spirit, said of zeal for what is good, Acts 18:25; Romans 12:11; cf. especially Rückert and Fritzsche on Romans, the passage cited Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be fervent. A primary verb; to be hot (boil, of liquids; or glow, of solids), i.e. (figuratively) be fervid (earnest) -- be fervent. Forms and Transliterations έζεσε ζεοντες ζέοντες ζεων ζέων zeon zeōn zéon zéōn zeontes zéontesLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 18:25 V-PPA-NMSGRK: κυρίου καὶ ζέων τῷ πνεύματι NAS: of the Lord; and being fervent in spirit, KJV: and being fervent in the spirit, INT: Lord and being fervent in spirit Romans 12:11 V-PPA-NMP Strong's Greek 2204 |
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