1635. hekón

Lexicon

hekón: Willing, Voluntary

Original Word: ἑκών
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: hekón
Pronunciation: heh-KON
Phonetic Spelling: (hek-own')
Definition: Willing, Voluntary
Meaning: willing, willingly, voluntarily.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

willingly.

Of uncertain affinity; voluntary -- willingly.

HELPS Word-studies

1635 hekṓn (an adjective, a primitive term) – properly, willing; "unforced, of one's own will, voluntary" (J. Thayer), i.e. acting on one's own accord. The root (hek-) emphasizes intentional, deliberate action (choice), i.e. "of free-will" (J. Thayer).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from a prim. word
Definition
of one's own free will, voluntary
NASB Translation
voluntarily (1), willingly (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1635: ἑκών

ἑκών, ἑκοῦσα, ἑκον, unforced, voluntary, willing, of one's own will, of one's own accord: Romans 8:20; 1 Corinthians 9:17. (From Homer down.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root ἑκὼν, which is related to the concept of willingness or volition.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of willingness in the Hebrew Bible is often expressed with terms such as נָדַב (nadab, Strong's Hebrew 5068), which means "to volunteer" or "to offer freely." Another related term is רָצוֹן (ratson, Strong's Hebrew 7522), meaning "will" or "desire," which conveys a similar sense of voluntary action or favor. These Hebrew terms, like ἑκών, emphasize the importance of a willing heart in the service of God.

Usage: The word ἑκών is used in the New Testament to describe actions that are undertaken willingly or voluntarily, often in contrast to actions done under compulsion or obligation.

Context: The Greek term ἑκών appears in the New Testament to emphasize the voluntary nature of an action or decision. It is used to highlight the willingness of an individual to perform a certain act, often in the context of service or sacrifice. This term underscores the importance of intention and the heart's disposition in the performance of deeds.

In the Berean Standard Bible, ἑκών is used in contexts that reflect a conscious and deliberate choice. For example, in 1 Peter 5:2, the apostle Peter exhorts the elders to shepherd the flock of God "not under compulsion, but willingly (ἑκών), as God would have you." This usage underscores the value placed on serving God and others with a willing heart, rather than out of mere duty or external pressure.

The concept of willingness is significant in biblical theology, as it aligns with the broader scriptural theme that God desires heartfelt obedience and service. The use of ἑκών in the New Testament serves as a reminder that true service to God and others is characterized by a voluntary and joyful spirit.

Forms and Transliterations

εκουσα εκούσα ἑκοῦσα εκων εκών ἑκὼν ekon ekōn ekousa hekon hekōn hekṑn hekousa hekoûsa

Englishman's Concordance

Romans 8:20 Adj-NFS
GRK: ὑπετάγη οὐχ ἑκοῦσα ἀλλὰ διὰ
NAS: to futility, not willingly, but because
KJV: not willingly, but
INT: was subjected not willingly but because of

1 Corinthians 9:17 Adj-NMS
GRK: εἰ γὰρ ἑκὼν τοῦτο πράσσω
NAS: this voluntarily, I have
KJV: this thing willingly, I have
INT: if indeed willingly this I do

Strong's Greek 1635
2 Occurrences

ἑκὼν — 1 Occ.
ἑκοῦσα — 1 Occ.