Greek Word Study
The meaning of “εὔχρηστος”
Understanding eúchrēstos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
profitable, meet for use. - easily used, i.e. useful
G2173
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
εὔχρηστος
Phoneticyoo'-khrays-tos
Transliterationeúchrēstos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
profitable, meet for use. - easily used, i.e. useful
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Timothy 2:21 | “If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use, and prepared unto every good work.” Word: εὔχρηστος (eúchrēstos) | |
| 2 Timothy 4:11 | “Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry.” Word: εὔχρηστος (eúchrēstos) | |
| Philemon 1:11 | “Which in time past was to thee unprofitable, but now profitable to thee and to me:” Word: εὔχρηστος (eúchrēstos) |