2159. eutonós

Lexicon

eutonós: Vigorous, strong, firm

Original Word: εὐτονός
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: eutonós
Pronunciation: yoo-ton-os'
Phonetic Spelling: (yoo-ton'-oce)
Definition: Vigorous, strong, firm
Meaning: vehemently, powerfully, vigorously.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

mightily, vehemently.

Adverb from a compound of eu and a derivative of teino (to stretch); in a well-strung manner, i.e. (figuratively) intensely (in a good sense, cogently; in a bad one, fiercely) -- mightily, vehemently.

see GREEK eu

HELPS Word-studies

2159 eutónōs (from 2095 /eú, "well" and teinō, "stretch") – properly, well-stretched; pressed to the limit, fully-extended.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from eu and teinó (to stretch)
Definition
in a well-strung manner, fig. vigorously
NASB Translation
powerfully (1), vehemently (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2159: εὐτόνως

εὐτόνως, adverb (from εὔτονος, and this from εὖ and τείνω to stretch (cf. at full stretch, well strung, etc.)), vehemently, forcibly: Luke 23:10; Acts 18:28. (Joshua 6:8; 2 Macc. 12:23; Xenophon, Hier. 9, 6; Aristophanes, Plutarch, 1095; Diodorus, others.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix εὖ (eu, meaning "well" or "good") and the root τείνω (teínō, meaning "to stretch" or "to extend").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for εὐτονός, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words that convey strength and readiness. Some related entries might include:

- חָזַק (chazaq, Strong's Hebrew 2388): Meaning "to be strong" or "to strengthen."
- אָמֵץ (amats, Strong's Hebrew 553): Meaning "to be strong" or "to be courageous."

These Hebrew terms, like εὐτονός, emphasize the importance of strength and preparedness, both physically and spiritually, in the life of a believer.

Usage: The word εὐτονός is not directly found in the canonical texts of the New Testament. However, its components and related forms are used to convey ideas of strength and readiness in various contexts.

Context: The Greek term εὐτονός, while not appearing directly in the New Testament, is a compound word that reflects a concept of strength and readiness. The prefix εὖ suggests a positive or good quality, while τείνω implies stretching or tension. Together, they form a word that can be understood as "well-strung" or "vigorous," akin to a well-tuned instrument or a prepared soldier.

In the broader context of Greek literature, εὐτονός might describe a bow that is properly strung, ready for use, or a person who is physically fit and prepared for action. This concept aligns with various biblical themes of spiritual readiness and strength, as seen in passages that encourage believers to be prepared and steadfast in their faith.

For example, while εὐτονός itself is not used, the New Testament frequently employs related concepts. In Ephesians 6:10 (BSB), Paul exhorts believers to "be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power," which captures the essence of being spiritually vigorous and ready for the challenges of faith.

Forms and Transliterations

ευτονως ευτόνως εὐτόνως eutonos eutonōs eutónos eutónōs

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 23:10 Adv
GRK: οἱ γραμματεῖς εὐτόνως κατηγοροῦντες αὐτοῦ
NAS: there, accusing Him vehemently.
KJV: stood and vehemently accused
INT: the scribes violently accusing him

Acts 18:28 Adv
GRK: εὐτόνως γὰρ τοῖς
NAS: for he powerfully refuted the Jews
KJV: For he mightily convinced the Jews,
INT: powerfully indeed the

Strong's Greek 2159
2 Occurrences

εὐτόνως — 2 Occ.