The meaning of “εὔχομαι”
Understanding eúchomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
middle voice of a primary verb pray, will, wish. - to wish - by implication, to pray to God
εὔχομαι
middle voice of a primary verb pray, will, wish. - to wish - by implication, to pray to God
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 27:29 | “Then fearing lest we should have fallen upon rocks, they cast four anchors out of the stern, and wished for the day.” Word: εὔχομαι (eúchomai) | |
| Romans 9:3 | “For I could wish that myself were accursed from Christ for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh:” Word: εὔχομαι (eúchomai) | |
| 2 Corinthians 13:9 | “For we are glad, when we are weak, and ye are strong: and this also we wish, even your perfection.” Word: εὔχομαι (eúchomai) | |
| James 5:16 | “Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” Word: εὔχομαι (eúchomai) | |
| 3 John 1:2 | “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” Word: εὔχομαι (eúchomai) |