βοήθεια
boētheia
help
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word βοήθεια (boētheia) has a short definition of "help." The limited number of occurrences in the Bible (2) suggests it is a secondary or specialized term, rather than a common word in everyday conversation. Its definition directly communicates the idea of providing assistance or aid to someone in need. This word likely has a strong connotation of being in a state of need or crisis, as the request for help is a recognized reality. The contexts in which it appears would provide more insight into its precise meaning and usage. However, its definition offers a clear starting point for understanding its significance in these specific biblical texts.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text
After they had hoisted it up, they used cables to help reinforce the ship. Fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis sand bars, they lowered the sea anchor, and so were driven along.
Hebrews 4:16Let’s therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need.