Definition and General Understanding:
Vigor refers to physical strength, energy, and robust health. In a biblical context, vigor can also denote spiritual vitality and the strength of character or faith. It is often associated with the divine empowerment given by God to His people, enabling them to fulfill His purposes.

Biblical References:

1. Physical Vigor:
· The Bible often highlights the importance of physical strength and vitality as a blessing from God. In Deuteronomy 34:7, Moses is described as having undiminished vigor even at the age of 120: "Moses was 120 years old when he died, yet his eyes were not weak, nor had his strength left him." This indicates that God can sustain physical strength beyond natural expectations.

2. Spiritual Vigor:
· Spiritual vigor is emphasized in the Scriptures as a necessary component of a faithful life. Isaiah 40:31 states, "But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not faint." This verse underscores the renewal of strength that comes from trusting in God, suggesting that spiritual vigor is a gift from the Lord to those who rely on Him.

3. Vigor in Leadership:
· Biblical leaders often demonstrated vigor in their service to God and His people. Joshua, for example, was known for his strength and courage, which were essential for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. In Joshua 1:9 , God commands him, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." This divine encouragement highlights the vigor required for leadership and the assurance of God's presence.

4. Vigor in Worship and Service:
· The Bible encourages believers to serve the Lord with vigor and enthusiasm. Romans 12:11 exhorts, "Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord." This passage calls for a fervent spirit in worship and service, indicating that vigor is not only physical but also a matter of the heart and spirit.

5. Vigor in Trials:
· The Scriptures also speak to the vigor needed to endure trials and challenges. James 1:12 says, "Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him." Here, vigor is associated with perseverance and the strength to withstand difficulties, with the promise of eternal reward.

Theological Implications:
Vigor, both physical and spiritual, is seen as a gift from God that enables believers to live out their faith effectively. It is not merely a human attribute but is often depicted as a result of divine empowerment. The Bible encourages believers to seek and maintain vigor through a close relationship with God, reliance on His strength, and obedience to His commands.1. (n.) Active strength or force of body or mind; capacity for exertion, physically, intellectually, or morally; force; energy.

2. (n.) Strength or force in animal or force in animal or vegetable nature or action; as, a plant grows with vigor.

3. (n.) Strength; efficacy; potency.

4. (v. t.) To invigorate.

772. asthenes -- without strength, weak
... sick. 772 (an adjective, derived from 1 "without" and , "vigor, strength") --
properly, without vigor, living in a state of (). 722 ...
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187. akmazo -- to be at the prime
... akmazo Phonetic Spelling: (ak-mad'-zo) Short Definition: I reach maturity, become
ripe Definition: I reach maturity, become ripe, am in full vigor. ...
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4599. sthenoo -- to strengthen
... From sthenos (bodily vigor; probably akin to the base of histemi); to strengthen,
ie (figuratively) confirm (in spiritual knowledge and power) -- strengthen. ...
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2904. kratos -- strength, might
... dominion, power, strength. Perhaps a primary word; vigor ("great") (literally
or figuratively) -- dominion, might(-ily), power, strength. ...
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2901. krataioo -- to strengthen
... be strengthened, become strong. From krataios; to empower, ie (passively) increase
in vigor -- be strengthened, be (wax) strong. see GREEK krataios. ...
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2480. ischuo -- to be strong, have power
... ischuo Phonetic Spelling: (is-khoo'-o) Short Definition: I am strong, able Definition:
I have strength, am strong, am in full health and vigor, am able; meton ...
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5934. alumim -- youth, youthful vigor
... 5933, 5934. alumim. 5935 . youth, youthful vigor. Transliteration: alumim
Phonetic Spelling: (aw-loom') Short Definition: youth. ...
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1935. hod -- splendor, majesty, vigor
... 1934, 1935. hod. 1936 . splendor, majesty, vigor. Transliteration: hod
Phonetic Spelling: (hode) Short Definition: splendor. Word ...
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202. on -- vigor, wealth
... 201, 202. on. 203 . vigor, wealth. Transliteration: on Phonetic Spelling:
(one) Short Definition: strength. Word Origin from an ...
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2422b. chayeh -- having the vigor of life, lively
... 2422a, 2422b. chayeh. 2423 . having the vigor of life, lively.
Transliteration: chayeh Short Definition: vigorous. Word Origin from ...
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1936. Hod -- "splendor, vigor," an Asherite
... 1935, 1936. Hod. 1937 . "splendor, vigor," an Asherite. Transliteration:
Hod Phonetic Spelling: (hode) Short Definition: Hod. Word ...
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3893. leach -- moisture, freshness
... 3892, 3893. leach. 3894 . moisture, freshness. Transliteration: leach Phonetic
Spelling: (lay'-akh) Short Definition: vigor. ... freshness, vigor. ...
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3624. kelach -- firm or rugged strength
... 3623, 3624. kelach. 3625 . firm or rugged strength. Transliteration: kelach
Phonetic Spelling: (keh'-lakh) Short Definition: vigor. ...
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4471. Mamre -- a place in Palestine, also an ally of Abraham
... Mamre. From mara' (in the sense of vigor); lusty; Mamre, an Amorite -- Mamre. see
HEBREW mara'. 4470, 4471. Mamre. 4472 . Strong's Numbers.
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3581. koach -- a small reptile (of unknown species)
... 11:6) kowach {ko'-akh}; from an unused root meaning to be firm; vigor, literally
(force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce ...
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3955. lashad -- juice, juicy or dainty bit, a dainty
... fresh, moisture. From an unused root of uncertain meaning; apparently juice, ie
(figuratively) vigor; also a sweet or fat cake -- fresh, moisture. 3954, 3955 ...
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Gladden -- the Prince of Life
... life. His style, whether he is writing or speaking, combines vigor with grace.
GLADDEN. BORN IN 1836. THE PRINCE OF LIFE[1]. [Footnote ...
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His Public Life.
... His public life lasted only three years; and, before he had reached the age of ordinary
maturity, he died, in the full beauty and vigor of early manhood ...
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Rom. xiii. 11
... since it was not unlikely, that in the beginning of their early endeavors they would
be most earnest, in that their desire was then at its full vigor, but that ...
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Physical Characteristics.
... According to him, "he so far surpassed his compeers in personal strength as to be
a terror to them" (VC1.19), and in respect of Vigor of body was such that at ...
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Whether in the State of Innocence Man Would have Been Immortal?
... made man's soul of such a powerful nature, that from its fulness of beatitude, there
redounds to the body a fulness of health, with the vigor of incorruption ...
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The Finest Wisdom.
... get, and enjoy. We are to win strong men full of life and vigor and manly
force up into touch with their Friend, Himself. There is ...
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The First Touches on the Canvas.
... Surrounded by a nation of volunteers full of youthful vigor He will gain a decisive
victory over the head of the allied enemies, and yet be Himself undisturbed ...
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The Cause and Cure of a Wounded Spirit
... of this world's trials and troubles. "Mere mortal power shall fade and die,.
And youthful vigor cease;". but they that trust in the ...
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Last Days and After.
... passion for souls, and the hardships of those early times left their abiding impress
upon his body, though he still retained his natural vigor of mind. ...
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Letter Lii. To Nepotian.
... Now, there are young men still full of life and vigor who, by toil and burning zeal,
as well as by holiness of life and constant prayer to the Lord Jesus, have ...
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Vigor (11 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Strength or force in animal or force in animal or vegetable nature or
action; as, a plant grows with vigor. ...Vigor (11 Occurrences). ...
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Weak (102 Occurrences)
... 10. (vi) Not possessing or manifesting intellectual, logical, moral, or political
strength, vigor, etc. 11. (vi) Feeble of mind; wanting ...
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Fresh (41 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (superl) Possessed of original life and vigor; new
and strong; unimpaired; sound. 2. (superl) New; original; additional. ...
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Vigorous (9 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Possessing vigor; full of physical or mental strength or active force;
strong; lusty; robust; as, a vigorous youth; a vigorous plant. ...
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Nerve (1 Occurrence)
... body. 2. (n.) A sinew or a tendon. 3. (n.) Physical force or steadiness;
muscular power and control; constitutional vigor. 4. (n ...
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Life (6001 Occurrences)
... 6. (n.) Animation; spirit; vivacity; vigor; energy. 7. (n.) That which imparts
or excites spirit or vigor; that upon which enjoyment ...
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Fading (8 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Fade. 2. (a.) Losing freshness,
color, brightness, or vigor. 3. (n.) Loss of color, freshness, or vigor. ...
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Faint (76 Occurrences)
... 4. (superl.) Performed, done, or acted, in a weak or feeble manner; not exhibiting
vigor, strength, or energy; slight; as, faint efforts; faint resistance. ...
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Flag (30 Occurrences)
... yielding, limp. 2. (vi) To droop; to grow spiritless; to lose vigor; to
languish; as, the spirits flag; the strength flags. 3. (vt ...
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Emasculate (1 Occurrence)
... 2. (vt) To deprive of masculine vigor or spirit; to weaken; to render
effeminate; to vitiate by unmanly softness. 3. (a.) Deprived ...
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