The meaning of “εὐλογία”
Understanding eulogía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
blessing (a matter of) bounty (X -tifully), fair speech. - fine speaking, i.e. elegance of language - commendation ("eul...
εὐλογία
blessing (a matter of) bounty (X -tifully), fair speech. - fine speaking, i.e. elegance of language - commendation ("eulogy"), i.e. (reverentially) adoration - religiously, benediction - by implication, consecration - by extension, benefit or largess
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 16:18 | “For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple.” Word: εὐλογία (eulogía) | |
| 1 Corinthians 10:16 | “The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ?” Word: εὐλογία (eulogía) | |
| 2 Corinthians 9:5 | “Therefore I thought it necessary to exhort the brethren, that they would go before unto you, and make up beforehand your bounty, whereof ye had notice before, that the same might be ready, as a matter of bounty, and not as of covetousness.” Word: εὐλογία (eulogía) | |
| Galatians 3:14 | “That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith.” Word: εὐλογία (eulogía) | |
| Ephesians 1:3 | “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:” Word: εὐλογία (eulogía) |
Usage Statistics
Theological Word Study: Blessing
Old Testament Usage
Meaning: Blessing, prosperity
The Hebrew berakhah (בְּרָכָה) means blessing—divine favor bringing prosperity and well-being. God blessed Abraham to be a blessing (Genesis 12:2), and obedience brings blessing while disobedience brings curse (Deuteronomy 28).
New Testament Usage
Meaning: Blessing, praise
The Greek eulogia (εὐλογία) denotes blessing—divine favor or words of praise. Believers are blessed with 'all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ' (Ephesians 1:3) and called to 'bless them which persecute you' (Romans 12:14).