σπουδάζωspoudázō
to use speed, i.e. to make effort, be prompt or earnest
Greek (New Testament) · G4704
Meanings
to make haste; hence, to be zealous or eager, to give diligence: with infinitive, Galatians 2:10, Ephesians 4:3, 1 Thessalonians 2:17, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 4:9, 2 Timothy 4:21, Titus 3:12, Hebrews 4:11, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Peter 3:14; with accusative et infinitive, 2 Peter 1:15.
Same root
Where it appears
Appears 11 times in the Bible.
- Galatians 2:10 Their only suggestion was that we keep on helping the poor, which I have always been eager to do.
- Ephesians 4:3 Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.
- 1 Thessalonians 2:17 Dear brothers and sisters, after we were separated from you for a little while (though our hearts never left you), we tried very hard to come back because of our intense longing to see you again.
- 2 Timothy 2:15 Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth.
- 2 Timothy 4:9 Timothy, please come as soon as you can.
- 2 Timothy 4:21 Do your best to get here before winter. Eubulus sends you greetings, and so do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers and sisters.
Source: G. Abbott-Smith, A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament (1922), public domain.