Lexicon eulabeomai: To act with reverence, to be cautious, to fear Original Word: εὐλαβέομαι Strong's Exhaustive Concordance revere, respectMiddle voice from eulabes; to be circumspect, i.e. (by implication) to be apprehensive; religiously, to reverence -- (moved with) fear. see GREEK eulabes HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 2125 eulabéomai (from 2126 /eulabḗs) – "showing pious care, reverent circumspection" (M. Vincent). See 2126 (eulabēs). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom eulabés Definition to be cautious NASB Translation reverence (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2125: εὐλαβέομαιεὐλαβέομαι, εὐλαβοῦμαι: 1 aorist participle εὐλαβηθείς; properly, "to show oneself εὐλαβής," i. e.: 1. to act cautiously, circumspectly (Tragg., Xenophon, Plato, and following). 2. to beware, fear: as in 1 Macc. 3:30 1 Macc. 12:40 (Alex. etc.) and often in secular authors, followed by μή lest (Buttmann, 241f (208)), Acts 23:10 R G (Deuteronomy 2:4; 1 Samuel 18:29; Job 13:25; Jeremiah 5:22; Daniel 4:2; 2 Macc. 8:16; Sir. 41:3). 3. to reverence, stand in awe of (τόν Θεόν, Plato, legg. 9, p. 879e.; the Sept. Proverbs 2:8; Proverbs 24:28 Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for εὐλαβέομαι, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words that convey reverence and fear of the Lord, such as יָרֵא (yare, Strong's Hebrew 3372), which means "to fear" or "to revere," and חָרַד (charad, Strong's Hebrew 2730), meaning "to tremble" or "to be afraid," often used in the context of a reverent fear of God. These terms reflect a similar attitude of respect and carefulness in one's relationship with the divine. Usage: The verb εὐλαβέομαι is used in the New Testament to describe an attitude of reverence or carefulness, often in a religious or spiritual context. It conveys a sense of devoutness and respect towards God or sacred matters. Context: The term εὐλαβέομαι appears in the New Testament to express a sense of reverence and carefulness in one's actions, particularly in relation to spiritual or religious duties. This word is closely associated with the idea of piety and devoutness, reflecting a heart attitude that is mindful of God's holiness and the importance of living in a manner that honors Him. |
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