Strong's Lexicon spoudé: Diligence, earnestness, zeal, effort Original Word: σπουδή Word Origin: Derived from the verb σπεύδω (speudō), meaning "to hasten" or "to be eager." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "spoudé," similar concepts can be found in words like חָרוּץ (charuts), meaning diligent or industrious, and זְרִיזוּת (zerizut), meaning zeal or eagerness. Usage: In the New Testament, "spoudé" conveys a sense of earnestness, diligence, or zeal in pursuing a task or fulfilling a duty. It often implies a prompt and eager effort, reflecting a committed and wholehearted approach to one's responsibilities or spiritual endeavors. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, "spoudé" was a valued trait, often associated with the virtues of a good citizen or a dedicated servant. It was seen as an essential quality for those who sought to excel in their duties, whether in civic life, personal relationships, or religious devotion. The early Christian community adopted this term to describe the fervor and commitment expected of believers in their faith and service to God. HELPS Word-studies 4710 spoudḗ (from 4692 /speúdō, "move quickly, speed on") – properly, swiftness to show zealous diligence, i.e. one's "best" (full effort by making haste). For the believer, 4710 /spoudḗ ("speedy diligence") means quickly obeying what the Lord reveals is His priority. This elevates the better over the good – the more important over the important – and does so with earnest swiftness (intensity). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom speudó Definition haste, diligence NASB Translation diligence (4), earnestness (5), effort (1), hurry (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4710: σπουδήσπουδή, σπωδης, ἡ (σπεύδω (which see)), from Homer down; 1. haste: μετά σπουδῆς, with haste, Mark 6:25; Luke 1:39 (Wis. 19:2; Josephus, Antiquities 7, 9, 7; Herodian, 3, 4, 1; 6, 4, 3). 2. earnestness, diligence: universally, earnestness in accomplishing, promoting, or striving after anything, Romans 12:11; 2 Corinthians 7:11, 12; 2 Corinthians 8:7f; ἐν σπουδή, with diligence, Romans 12:8; σπουδήν ἐνδείκνυσθαι, Hebrews 6:11; πᾶσαν σπουδήν ποιεῖσθαι (see ποιέω, I. 3, p. 525{b} bottom), to give all diligence, interest oneself most earnestly, Jude 1:3; σπουδήν παρεισφέρειν, 2 Peter 1:5; ἡ σπουδή ὑπέρ τίνος, earnest care for one, 2 Corinthians 8:16 (περί τίνος (Demosthenes, 90, 10); Diodorus 1, 75). From speudo; "speed", i.e. (by implication) despatch, eagerness, earnestness -- business, (earnest) care(-fulness), diligence, forwardness, haste. see GREEK speudo Englishman's Concordance Mark 6:25 N-GFSGRK: εὐθὺς μετὰ σπουδῆς πρὸς τὸν NAS: she came in a hurry to the king KJV: straightway with haste unto the king, INT: immediately with haste to the Luke 1:39 N-GFS Romans 12:8 N-DFS Romans 12:11 N-DFS 2 Corinthians 7:11 N-AFS 2 Corinthians 7:12 N-AFS 2 Corinthians 8:7 N-DFS 2 Corinthians 8:8 N-GFS 2 Corinthians 8:16 N-AFS Hebrews 6:11 N-AFS 2 Peter 1:5 N-AFS Jude 1:3 N-AFS Strong's Greek 4710 |
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