Strong's Lexicon kalopoieó: To do good, to act rightly Original Word: καλοποιέω Word Origin: From καλός (kalos, meaning "good" or "beautiful") and ποιέω (poieo, meaning "to do" or "to make") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for καλοποιέω, the concept of doing good is reflected in several Hebrew words, such as טוֹב (tov, meaning "good") and עָשָׂה (asah, meaning "to do" or "to make"). Usage: The verb καλοποιέω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of doing good or performing good deeds. It emphasizes the quality and moral goodness of the actions performed. This term is often associated with ethical behavior and the pursuit of righteousness, reflecting a life that aligns with God's will and commands. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of doing good was often linked to the virtues of a well-lived life. Philosophers like Aristotle discussed the importance of virtuous actions as a means to achieve eudaimonia, or human flourishing. In the Jewish tradition, doing good was deeply rooted in the Law and the Prophets, where acts of kindness, justice, and mercy were seen as expressions of one's faithfulness to God. The early Christian community adopted and expanded upon these ideas, emphasizing that good works were a natural outflow of a transformed life in Christ. HELPS Word-studies 2569 kalopoiéō (from 2570 /kalós, "winsomely good" and 4160 /poiéō, "do, make") – properly, doing good that inspires others to rise up and also do what is noble (admirable), i.e provoking others to "act with holy affections." 2569 /kalopoiéō ("doing good that inspires") can only happen through faith ("God's inworked persuasion"). This tern only occurs in 2 Thes 3:13. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kalos and poieó Definition to do well NASB Translation doing good (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2569: καλοποιέωκαλοποιέω, καλοποιῶ; (equivalent to καλῶς ποιῶ, cf. Lob. ad Phryn., p. 199f (Winers Grammar, 25)); to do well, act uprightly: 2 Thessalonians 3:13. (Etym. Magn. 189, 24; (Leviticus 5:4 Ald. (as quoted in) Philo de somn. l. ii. § 44).) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance well doing. From kalos and poieo; to do well, i.e. Live virtuously -- well doing. see GREEK kalos see GREEK poieo Forms and Transliterations καλοποιουντες καλοποιούντες καλοποιοῦντες κάλους kalopoiountes kalopoioûntesLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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