Strong's Lexicon eukairós: Opportune, timely, favorable Original Word: εὔκαιρος Word Origin: From the Greek prefix "eu-" meaning "good" or "well" and "kairos" meaning "time" or "season." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "eukairós," the concept of opportune or favorable timing can be related to Hebrew words like "עֵת" (et, Strong's H6256), meaning "time" or "season." Usage: The Greek word "eukairós" refers to something that occurs at a suitable or favorable time. It conveys the idea of an event or action that is well-timed or appropriate for the circumstances. In the New Testament, it is often used to describe moments that are particularly fitting for a specific purpose or action. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of "kairos" was significant, representing the right or opportune moment. It was distinct from "chronos," which referred to chronological or sequential time. "Eukairós" builds on this idea by emphasizing the quality of the timing, suggesting that certain moments are divinely appointed or particularly advantageous for action. This understanding would have resonated with early Christians who believed in God's providential timing in their lives. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from eukairos Definition in season NASB Translation opportune time (1), season (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2122: εὐκαίρωςεὐκαίρως, adverb, seasonably, opportunely; when the opportunity occurs: Mark 14:11; opposed to ἀκαίρως (which see), 2 Timothy 4:2. (Xenophon, Ages. 8, 3; Plato and following; Sir. 18:22.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance conveniently, in season. Adverb from eukairos; opportunely -- conveniently, in season. see GREEK eukairos Forms and Transliterations ευκαιρως ευκαίρως εὐκαίρως ευκαταφρόνητον ευκλεής ευκληματούσα εύκολοι eukairos eukairōs eukaíros eukaírōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Mark 14:11 AdvGRK: πῶς αὐτὸν εὐκαίρως παραδοῖ NAS: to betray Him at an opportune time. KJV: how he might conveniently betray INT: how him conveniently he might deliver up 2 Timothy 4:2 Adv |
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