Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπαγωνίζομαι”
Understanding epagōnízomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
earnestly contend for. - to struggle for
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπαγωνίζομαι
Phoneticep-ag-o-nid'-zom-ahee
Transliterationepagōnízomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
earnestly contend for. - to struggle for
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Jude 1:3 | “Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints.” Word: ἐπαγωνίζομαι (epagōnízomai) |