◄ 2371. thumomacheó ►
Strong's Lexicon thumomacheó: To fight fiercely, to engage in a heated conflict Original Word: θυμομαχέω Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: thumomacheó Pronunciation: thoo-mo-ma-KHEH-o Phonetic Spelling: (thoo-mom-akh-eh'-o) Definition: (lit: I fight desperately, hence) I am furiously angry with. Meaning: To engage in a heated dispute or to fight with intense passion or anger. Word Origin: Derived from two Greek words: θυμός (thumos), meaning "passion" or "anger," and μάχομαι (machomai), meaning "to fight" or "to battle." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for θυμομαχέω, related concepts can be found in Hebrew words such as: • H639 אַף (aph): Often translated as "anger" or "wrath." • H4421 מִלְחָמָה (milchamah): Meaning "battle" or "war," which can metaphorically relate to disputes or conflicts. This lexical entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the term θυμομαχέω, emphasizing the biblical call to resolve conflicts and live in peace, reflecting the teachings of the New Testament. Usage: The term θυμομαχέω is not directly found in the New Testament text. It is a compound word that would describe a situation of intense emotional conflict or a passionate argument. Context: • Contextual Background: The concept of θυμομαχέω can be understood within the broader biblical context of conflict and resolution. The New Testament often addresses the issues of anger and disputes among believers, urging them to seek peace and reconciliation. For example, in Ephesians 4:31-32 (BSB), Paul advises, "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you." • Theological Implications: The idea of θυμομαχέω highlights the human tendency towards conflict driven by strong emotions. The New Testament encourages believers to overcome such tendencies through the fruit of the Spirit, which includes peace, patience, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23, BSB). The call to live in harmony and avoid disputes is a recurring theme, as seen in Romans 12:18 (BSB): "If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone." • Practical Application: In practical terms, the avoidance of θυμομαχέω involves cultivating a spirit of humility and seeking to understand others' perspectives. James 1:19-20 (BSB) provides guidance: "My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, for man's anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires." NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from thumos and machomai Definition to fight desperately NASB Translation very angry (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2371: θυμομαχέω θυμομαχέω, θυμομάχω; (θυμός and μάχομαι); to carry on war with great animosity (Polybius, Diodorus, Dionysius Halicarnassus, Plutarch); to be very angry, be exasperated (A. V. highly displeased): τίνι, with one, Acts 12:20. Cf. Kypke, Observations, ii, p. 62f Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be highly displeased. From a presumed compound of thumos and machomai; to be in a furious fight, i.e. (figuratively) to be exasperated -- be highly displeased. see GREEK thumos see GREEK machomai Forms and Transliterations θυμομαχων θυμομαχών θυμομαχῶν thumomachon thumomachōn thymomachon thymomachôn thymomachōn thymomachō̂n Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Acts 12:20 V-PPA-NMS GRK: Ἦν δὲ θυμομαχῶν Τυρίοις καὶ NAS: Now he was very angry with the people of Tyre KJV: was highly displeased with them of Tyre INT: He was now in bitter hostility with [the] Tyrians and Strong's Greek 2371 1 Occurrence θυμομαχῶν — 1 Occ.