εὐχή
euchē
a vow/prayer
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredBased on the provided data, the Greek word εὐχή (euchē) refers to a vow or a prayer. This term falls under the category of speech and communication, indicating its role in verbal expression. Its semantic domain suggests that it is an intentional and deliberate form of communication. In the three instances where this word appears in the Bible, it likely carries a sense of commitment or dedication, as a vow implies a promise or an agreement. As a prayer, it probably represents a request or a petition to a higher authority. Given its connection to verbal expression, εὐχή could range from a formal oath to an informal or personal appeal.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
3 total occurrences across the text
Paul, having stayed after this many more days, took his leave of the brothers, and sailed from there for Syria, together with Priscilla and Aquila. He shaved his head in Cenchreae, for he had a vow.
Acts 21:23Therefore do what we tell you. We have four men who have taken a vow.
James 5:15and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.