Strong's Lexicon kartereó: To endure, to be steadfast, to persevere Original Word: καρτερέω Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word "karteros," meaning strong or steadfast. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with endurance and perseverance is "חָזַק" (chazaq - Strong's H2388), which means to be strong, to strengthen, or to hold fast. Usage: The verb "kartereó" conveys the idea of enduring or persevering through trials and challenges. It implies a sense of steadfastness and strength in the face of adversity. In the New Testament, it is often used to encourage believers to remain faithful and committed to their faith despite difficulties. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, endurance and perseverance were highly valued virtues, often associated with the strength of character and moral fortitude. The early Christian community, facing persecution and societal pressures, would have found great encouragement in the exhortation to "kartereó," as it aligned with both cultural values and the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom a derivation of kratos Definition to be steadfast NASB Translation endured (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2594: καρτερέωκαρτερέω, καρτέρω: 1 aorist ἐκαρτέρησα; (καρτερός (from κάρτος i. e. κράτος, 'strong')); to be steadfast: Hebrews 11:27 (A. V. endured). (Job 2:9; Sir. 2:2 Sir. 12:15; often in Greek writings from Sophocles and Thucydides down.) (Compare: προσκαρτερέω.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance endure. From a derivative of kratos (transposed); to be strong, i.e. (figuratively) steadfast (patient) -- endure. see GREEK kratos Forms and Transliterations εκαρτέρησα εκαρτέρησε εκαρτερησεν ἐκαρτέρησεν εκαρτέρωσεν καρτερήσεις κάρυα καρύας καρυίνην καρυϊνην καρυϊσκους ekarteresen ekarterēsen ekartéresen ekartérēsenLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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