1596. hekousiós

Lexicon

hekousiós: Willingly, voluntarily

Original Word: ἑκουσίως
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: hekousiós
Pronunciation: heh-koo-see-OS
Phonetic Spelling: (hek-oo-see'-ose)
Definition: Willingly, voluntarily
Meaning: willingly, of one's own accord, spontaneously.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

willfully, willingly.

Adverb from the same as hekousion; voluntarily -- wilfully, willingly.

see GREEK hekousion

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 1596 hekousíōs (an adverb, derived from 1595 /hekoúsion) – properly, willingly (willfully), i.e. "what is of free-will" (J. Thayer). See 1635 (hekōn).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from hekousios
Definition
voluntarily
NASB Translation
voluntarily (1), willfully (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1596: ἑκουσίως

ἑκουσίως, adverb (from Euripides down), voluntarily, willingly, of one's own accord: Hebrews 10:26 (ἑκουσίως ἁμαρτάνειν (A. V. to sin willfully) is tacitly opposed to sins committed inconsiderately, and from ignorance or from weakness); 1 Peter 5:2.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root ἑκούσιος (hekousios), meaning "voluntary" or "willing."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἑκουσίως, the concept of voluntary action is present in the Hebrew Scriptures. The Hebrew word נְדָבָה (nedavah, Strong's H5071) conveys a similar idea of freewill offerings or voluntary contributions, reflecting the heart's willingness to give or serve.

Usage: This term is used in the New Testament to describe actions that are done out of one's own free will, without compulsion or obligation.

Context: The Greek adverb ἑκουσίως appears in the New Testament to emphasize the voluntary nature of an action. It is used to highlight the willingness and intentionality behind a deed, contrasting with actions performed under duress or compulsion. This term underscores the importance of the heart's disposition in the performance of good works or service.

In 1 Peter 5:2, the apostle Peter exhorts the elders to shepherd the flock of God "not under compulsion, but willingly (ἑκουσίως), as God would have you." This usage emphasizes the importance of serving with a willing heart, reflecting a genuine desire to fulfill God's calling rather than merely fulfilling a duty.

The concept of voluntary action is significant in the Christian faith, as it aligns with the broader biblical theme of serving God and others out of love and devotion rather than obligation. The use of ἑκουσίως in the New Testament serves as a reminder that God values the intentions and motivations behind our actions.

Forms and Transliterations

Εκουσιως εκουσίως Ἑκουσίως Ekousios Ekousiōs Hekousios Hekousiōs Hekousíos Hekousíōs

Englishman's Concordance

Hebrews 10:26 Adv
GRK: Ἑκουσίως γὰρ ἁμαρτανόντων
NAS: For if we go on sinning willfully after
KJV: sin wilfully after
INT: [if] willingly indeed sin

1 Peter 5:2 Adv
GRK: ἀναγκαστῶς ἀλλὰ ἑκουσίως κατὰ θεόν
NAS: not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according
KJV: but willingly; not
INT: by constraint but willingly according to God

Strong's Greek 1596
2 Occurrences

Ἑκουσίως — 2 Occ.