The meaning of “ἐνεργέω”
Understanding energéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
do, (be) effectual (fervent), be mighty in, shew forth self, work (effectually in). - to be active, efficient
ἐνεργέω
do, (be) effectual (fervent), be mighty in, shew forth self, work (effectually in). - to be active, efficient
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 14:2 | “And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.” Word: ἐνεργέω (energéō) | |
| Romans 7:5 | “For when we were in the flesh, the motions of sins, which were by the law, did work in our members to bring forth fruit unto death.” Word: ἐνεργέω (energéō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 4:12 | “So then death worketh in us, but life in you.” Word: ἐνεργέω (energéō) | |
| Ephesians 2:2 | “Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:” Word: ἐνεργέω (energéō) | |
| Colossians 1:29 | “Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily. ” Word: ἐνεργέω (energéō) |