Strong's Lexicon spoudaioteron: More earnest, more diligent, more zealous Original Word: σπουδαιότερον Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root σπουδαῖος (spoudaios), meaning "earnest" or "diligent." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "spoudaioteron," the concept of diligence and earnestness can be related to Hebrew words like חָרוּץ (charuts), meaning diligent or industrious, as seen in Proverbs 12:24. Usage: The term "spoudaioteron" is used in the New Testament to convey a sense of increased earnestness or diligence. It is a comparative form, indicating a greater degree of zeal or effort. This word emphasizes the importance of being more committed or fervent in one's actions or attitudes, often in the context of spiritual or moral endeavors. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, virtues such as diligence and earnestness were highly valued, both in philosophical thought and daily life. The concept of being "spoudaios" was associated with a serious and committed approach to one's duties and responsibilities. In the early Christian context, this term would have resonated with believers who were encouraged to pursue their faith with dedication and zeal, reflecting the transformative power of the Gospel in their lives. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 4706 spoudaióteron (used adverbially) – diligently, promptly. See 4710 (spoudē). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from the cptv. of spoudaios, variant reading for spoudaiós, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance diligently, promptlyNeuter of spoudaioteros as adverb; more earnestly than others), i.e. Very promptly -- very diligently. see GREEK spoudaioteros Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance σπόρος — 2 Occ.ἐσπούδασα — 1 Occ. ἐσπουδάσαμεν — 1 Occ. σπουδάσατε — 2 Occ. σπουδάσω — 1 Occ. Σπουδάσωμεν — 1 Occ. σπούδασον — 4 Occ. σπουδάζοντες — 1 Occ. σπουδαῖον — 1 Occ. σπουδαιότερον — 1 Occ. σπουδαιοτέρως — 1 Occ. σπουδαίως — 3 Occ. σπουδῇ — 3 Occ. σπουδήν — 6 Occ. σπουδῆς — 3 Occ. σπυρίδας — 3 Occ. σπυρίδι — 1 Occ. σπυρίδων — 1 Occ. σταδίῳ — 1 Occ. σταδίων — 3 Occ. |
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