Strong's Lexicon kopos: Labor, toil, trouble, weariness Original Word: κόπος Word Origin: Derived from the verb κόπτω (koptō), meaning "to strike" or "to cut," which metaphorically extends to the idea of "weariness" or "exertion." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with "kopos" is עָמָל (amal), which also conveys the idea of labor, toil, or trouble (e.g., Ecclesiastes 1:3). Usage: In the New Testament, "kopos" primarily refers to the physical or mental exertion associated with laborious work. It conveys the sense of toil and effort, often accompanied by fatigue or hardship. The term is used to describe both physical labor and the spiritual or ministerial efforts of individuals, particularly in the context of Christian service and perseverance. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, labor was a common aspect of daily life, often associated with agricultural work, craftsmanship, and trade. The concept of "kopos" would have resonated with early Christian communities, many of whom were familiar with the demands of physical labor. Additionally, the early church faced persecution and challenges, making the metaphor of labor and toil a powerful image for the spiritual and communal efforts required to sustain and grow the faith. HELPS Word-studies 2873 kópos (from 2875 /kóptō, "to hit, strike") – properly, a strike (blow) that is so hard, it seriously weakens or debilitates; (figuratively) deep fatigue, extreme weariness (wearisome toil). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom koptó Definition laborious toil NASB Translation bother* (3), bothers* (1), labor (7), labors (4), toil (2), trouble (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2873: κόποςκόπος, κόπου, ὁ (κόπτω); 1. equivalent to τό κόπτειν, a beating. 2. equivalent to κοπετός, a beating of the breast in grief, sorrow (Jeremiah 51:33 3. labor (so the Sept. often for עָמָל), i. e. a. trouble (Aeschylus, Sophocles): κόπους παρέχειν τίνι, to cause one trouble, make work for him, Matthew 26:10; Mark 14:6; Luke 11:7; Galatians 6:17; κόπον παρέχειν τίνι, Luke 18:5. b. intense labor united with trouble, toil. (Euripides, Arstph;, others): universally, plural, 2 Corinthians 6:5; 2 Corinthians 11:23; of manual labor, joined with μόχθος ((see below)), 1 Thessalonians 2:9; ἐν κόπῳ καί μόχθῳ (toil and travail), 2 Corinthians 11:27 (where L T Tr WH omit ἐν); 2 Thessalonians 3:8; of the laborious efforts of Christian virtue, 1 Corinthians 15:58; Revelation 2:2; plural Revelation 14:13; ὁ κόπος τῆς ἀγάπης, the labor to which love prompts, and which voluntarily assumes and endures trouble and pains for the salvation of others, 1 Thessalonians 1:3; Hebrews 6:10 Rec.; of toil in teaching, John 4:38 (on which see εἰς, B. I. 3); 1 Thessalonians 3:5; of that which such toil in teaching accomplishes, 1 Corinthians 3:8; plural 2 Corinthians 10:15 (cf. Sir. 14:15). From kopto; a cut, i.e. (by analogy) toil (as reducing the strength), literally or figuratively; by implication, pains -- labour, + trouble, weariness. see GREEK kopto Englishman's Concordance Matthew 26:10 N-AMPGRK: αὐτοῖς Τί κόπους παρέχετε τῇ NAS: to them, Why do you bother the woman? KJV: Why trouble ye the woman? INT: to them Why trouble do you cause to the Mark 14:6 N-AMP Luke 11:7 N-AMP Luke 18:5 N-AMS John 4:38 N-AMS 1 Corinthians 3:8 N-AMS 1 Corinthians 15:58 N-NMS 2 Corinthians 6:5 N-DMP 2 Corinthians 10:15 N-DMP 2 Corinthians 11:23 N-DMP 2 Corinthians 11:27 N-DMS Galatians 6:17 N-AMP 1 Thessalonians 1:3 N-GMS 1 Thessalonians 2:9 N-AMS 1 Thessalonians 3:5 N-NMS 2 Thessalonians 3:8 N-DMS Revelation 2:2 N-AMS Revelation 14:13 N-GMP Strong's Greek 2873 |
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