Strong's Lexicon proskarterésis: Perseverance, steadfastness, devotion Original Word: προσκαρτέρησις Word Origin: Derived from the verb προσκαρτερέω (proskartereó), which means "to persist" or "to continue steadfastly." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "proskarterésis," the concept of perseverance and steadfastness is present in the Hebrew Scriptures. For example, the Hebrew word חָזַק (chazaq, Strong's H2388) conveys strength and courage, often in the context of remaining steadfast in faith. Usage: The term "proskarterésis" conveys the idea of persistent and unwavering commitment or dedication to a task, belief, or practice. It implies a sense of endurance and constancy, often in the face of challenges or difficulties. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the steadfastness of believers in their faith and devotion to prayer and community. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, perseverance was a valued trait, often associated with virtues like courage and endurance. The early Christian community, living under Roman rule and often facing persecution, would have understood "proskarterésis" as an essential quality for maintaining their faith and communal practices. This steadfastness was not only a personal virtue but also a communal one, as the early church relied on the perseverance of its members to survive and grow. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 4343 proskartérēsis – strong perseverance which prevails by interacting with God (used only in Eph 6:18). See 4342 (proskartereō). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom proskartereó Definition steadfastness NASB Translation perseverance (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4343: προσκαρτέρησιςπροσκαρτέρησις, προσκαρτερησεως, ἡ, (προσκαρτερέω), perseverance: Ephesians 6:18. Nowhere else; (Koumanoudes, Λεξ. ἀθης. under the word). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance perseverance. From proskartereo; persistancy -- perseverance. see GREEK proskartereo Forms and Transliterations προσκαρτερησει προσκαρτερήσει προσκατέλιπον πρόσκαυμα προσκειμένας προσκείμενοι προσκειμένοις προσκείμενος προσκειμένω προσκειμένων πρόσκεισαι προσκείσθαι πρόσκειται proskarteresei proskarterēsei proskarterḗseiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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