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σπουδάζω
spoudázō · Greek · Strong's G4704 · 11 occurrences
The KJV renders 14 different Hebrew and Greek words as “labour”
What it means
to use speed, i.e. to make effort, be prompt or earnest
from G4710 (σπουδή);
How the KJV renders it
do diligence, be diligent, endeavour, labour, study
Where that flattens a distinction
The same English word is also used for these other originals, so the distinction between them disappears in translation.
“labour”
“study”
also renders philotiméomai (G5389), hâgâh (H1897)
“be diligent”
also renders yâdaʻ (H3045)
Answers that weigh this word
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Where it appears
11 occurrences in the Greek text.
1 Thessalonians 2:17 · V-AAI-1P
But we, brothers, being bereaved of you for a short season in presence, not in heart, tried even harder to see your face with great desire,
2 Peter 1:10 · V-AAM-2P
Therefore, brothers, be more diligent to make your calling and election sure. For if you do these things, you will never stumble.
2 Peter 1:15 · V-FAI-1S
Yes, I will make every effort that you may always be able to remember these things even after my departure.
2 Peter 3:14 · V-AAM-2P
Therefore, beloved, seeing that you look for these things, be diligent to be found in peace, without defect and blameless in his sight.
2 Timothy 2:15 · V-AAM-2S
Give diligence to present yourself approved by God, a workman who doesn’t need to be ashamed, properly handling the Word of Truth.
2 Timothy 4:9 · V-AAM-2S
Be diligent to come to me soon,
2 Timothy 4:21 V-AAM-2SEphesians 4:3 V-PAP-NPMGalatians 2:10 V-AAI-1SHebrews 4:11 V-AAS-1PTitus 3:12 V-AAM-2S
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