Strong's Lexicon epikouria: Assistance, help, aid Original Word: ἐπικουρία Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἐπικουρέω (epikoureō), meaning "to aid" or "to assist." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "epikouria," the concept of help and support is prevalent in the Old Testament. Strong's Hebrew entries such as 5826 (עָזַר, 'azar) meaning "to help" and 5828 (עֵזֶר, 'ezer) meaning "help" or "aid" are related in meaning. Usage: The term "epikouria" refers to the act of providing help or assistance. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe the support or aid given to someone in need, often in a communal or spiritual sense. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of "epikouria" was significant in both military and civic contexts. It often referred to the assistance provided by allies or the support given to citizens in times of need. In the New Testament era, the early Christian communities emphasized mutual support and assistance as a reflection of Christ's love and the unity of the body of believers. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epikouros (helper, ally) Definition aid, assistance NASB Translation help (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1947: ἐπικουρίαἐπικουρία, ἐπικουρίας, ἡ (ἐπικουρέω to aid), aid, succor: Acts 26:22. (Wis. 13:18; from Thucydides and Euripides down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance help. From a compound of epi and a (prolonged) form of the base of korasion (in the sense of servant); assistance -- help. see GREEK epi see GREEK korasion Forms and Transliterations επεκράτει επεκράτησα επεκράτησε επεκράτησεν επεκρέμασεν επικουριας επικουρίας ἐπικουρίας επικραταιωθή επικρατούντες επικρεμάμενοι επικρεμάμενος epikourias epikouríasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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