Strong's Lexicon euthumeó: To be of good cheer, to be cheerful, to be encouraged Original Word: εὐθυμέω Word Origin: Derived from the Greek words εὖ (eu, meaning "well" or "good") and θυμός (thumos, meaning "spirit" or "mind"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for εὐθυμέω, the concept of being of good cheer or having a joyful heart can be related to Hebrew words like שָׂמַח (samach, Strong's 8055), meaning "to rejoice" or "to be glad." Usage: The verb εὐθυμέω conveys a sense of being in good spirits or having a cheerful disposition. It is often used in contexts where encouragement or maintaining a positive outlook is emphasized, especially in the face of adversity or challenging circumstances. The term suggests an inner state of joy and confidence that is not dependent on external circumstances but rather on a deeper trust and hope. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, maintaining a positive and cheerful disposition was often associated with virtue and wisdom. Philosophers like the Stoics emphasized the importance of inner tranquility and cheerfulness as a sign of a well-ordered soul. In the context of the early Christian community, being of good cheer was linked to faith in God's providence and the hope found in Christ, which transcended worldly troubles. HELPS Word-studies 2114 euthyméō (from 2095 /eú, "good" and 2372 /thymós, "passion") – properly, to show positive passion as it proceeds from a sound disposition (temper); hence, "be of good cheer, in good spirits" (high morale). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom euthumos Definition to be of good cheer NASB Translation cheerful (1), keep up...courage (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2114: εὐθυμέωεὐθυμέω, ἐυθύμω; (εὔθυμος); 1. transitive, to put in good spirits, gladden, make cheerful (Aeschylus in Plato, de rep. 2, 383 b.). Middle to be of good spirits, to be cheerful, (Xenophon, Plato). 2. intransitive, to be joyful, be of good cheer, of good courage: Acts 27:22, 25; James 5:13. (Euripides, Cycl. 530; Plutarch, de tranquill. anim. 2 and 9.) From euthumos; to cheer up, i.e. (intransitively) be cheerful; neuter comparative (adverbially) more cheerfully -- be of good cheer (merry). see GREEK euthumos Englishman's Concordance Acts 27:22 V-PNAGRK: παραινῶ ὑμᾶς εὐθυμεῖν ἀποβολὴ γὰρ NAS: I urge you to keep up your courage, for there will be no KJV: you to be of good cheer: for INT: I exhort you to take heart loss indeed Acts 27:25 V-PMA-2P James 5:13 V-PIA-3S Strong's Greek 2114 |
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