Strong's Lexicon sthenoó: To strengthen, to make strong Original Word: σθενόω Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root "σθένος" (sthenos), meaning "strength" or "might." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of strengthening is חָזַק (chazaq), Strong's Hebrew 2388, which means to be strong, to strengthen, or to prevail. Usage: The verb "σθενόω" (sthenoó) is used to convey the act of strengthening or making something strong. In the context of the New Testament, it often refers to spiritual or moral strengthening, empowering believers to endure trials, resist temptation, or grow in faith. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, strength was highly valued, both physically and morally. The concept of being strengthened was not only about physical prowess but also about inner fortitude and resilience. In the New Testament, this term is often used metaphorically to describe the empowerment of believers through the Holy Spirit, enabling them to live out their faith in a challenging world. HELPS Word-studies 4599 sthenóō(from sthenos, "strength") – properly, make strong so as to be mobile – i.e. able to move in a way that achieves something in the most effective way. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom sthenos (strength) Definition to strengthen NASB Translation strengthen (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4599: σθενόωσθενόω, σθένω: (σθένος (allied with στῆναι, hence, properly, steadfastness; Curtius, p. 503f) strength), to make strong, to strengthen: τινα, one's soul, 1 Peter 5:10, where for 1 aorist optative active 3 person singular σθενώσαι, we must read the future σθενώσει, with G L T Tr WH. (passive in Rhet. Gr. edition Walz, vol. i. c. 15.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance strengthen. From sthenos (bodily vigor; probably akin to the base of histemi); to strengthen, i.e. (figuratively) confirm (in spiritual knowledge and power) -- strengthen. see GREEK histemi Forms and Transliterations σθενώσαι σθενωσει σθενώσει σιαγόνια sthenosei sthenōsei sthenṓseiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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