1113. goggustés
Lexicon
goggustés: Grumbler, Complainer

Original Word: γογγυστής
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: goggustés
Pronunciation: gong-goos-tace'
Phonetic Spelling: (gong-goos-tace')
Definition: Grumbler, Complainer
Meaning: a murmurer, grumbler.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
murmurer.

From gogguzo; a grumbler -- murmurer.

see GREEK gogguzo

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 1113 goggystḗs – murmurer. See 1111 (gongyzō).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from gogguzó
Definition
a murmurer
NASB Translation
grumblers (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 1113: γογγυστής

γογγυστής, γογγυστου, , a murmurer (Vulg., Augustine,murmurator), one who discontentedly complains (against God; for μεμψίμοιροι is added): Jude 1:16. (Proverbs 26:21 Theod., Symm.; Graecus Venetus)

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the verb γογγύζω (gongyzō), meaning "to grumble" or "to murmur."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent of γογγυστής can be found in terms like תְּלוּנָה (telunah) and לוּן (lun), which are used in the Old Testament to describe the murmuring and complaints of the Israelites. These terms capture the essence of dissatisfaction and rebellion against divine authority, paralleling the New Testament usage of γογγυστής.

Usage: The term γογγυστής is used in the New Testament to describe individuals who express dissatisfaction or complaints, often in a secretive or subdued manner. It is typically used in a negative context, highlighting a lack of faith or gratitude.

Context: The Greek term γογγυστής appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the spiritual and communal dangers of grumbling and complaining. This word is found in Jude 1:16, where it describes individuals who are discontented and critical, often leading to division and strife within the community of believers. The act of murmuring is portrayed as a symptom of a deeper spiritual issue, such as a lack of trust in God's provision or a rebellious heart.

In Jude 1:16 (BSB), the verse reads: "These are the ones who cause divisions, worldly-minded, devoid of the Spirit." The context of this passage warns against those who, through their complaints and dissatisfaction, disrupt the unity and peace of the church. The murmurers are contrasted with those who live by the Spirit, highlighting the importance of contentment and faithfulness in the Christian life.

The concept of murmuring is not new to the New Testament but has its roots in the Old Testament, where the Israelites frequently grumbled against God and Moses during their wilderness journey (e.g., Exodus 16:2, Numbers 14:27). This historical backdrop provides a rich understanding of the term, as it underscores the recurring human tendency to doubt and complain despite God's faithfulness.

Forms and Transliterations
γογγυσται γογγυσταί gongustai gongystai gongystaí
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Englishman's Concordance
Jude 1:16 N-NMP
GRK: Οὗτοί εἰσιν γογγυσταί μεμψίμοιροι κατὰ
NAS: These are grumblers, finding fault,
KJV: are murmurers, complainers,
INT: These are murmurers complainers after

Strong's Greek 1113
1 Occurrence


γογγυσταί — 1 Occ.















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