ὑπομένω
hupomenō
to remain/endure
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ὑπομένω (hupomenō) is a verb that means "to remain" or "to endure." Its primary function is related to movement and travel, suggesting that it often involves staying in a particular place or continuing on a journey despite obstacles or challenges. In the 17 occurrences of this word in the Bible, it is used in various contexts, such as perseverance in the face of adversity (e.g., trials, persecution), steadfastness in one's faith or commitment, and endurance in a physical or emotional sense. The word carries a sense of continuity and persistence, emphasizing the importance of staying the course despite difficulties. The significance of ὑπομένω lies in its emphasis on the human capacity for resilience and determination. By using this word, the biblical authors highlight the value of persevering through challenges and staying committed to one's goals, whether spiritual, emotional, or physical.
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Occurrences in Scripture
17 total occurrences across the text
You will be hated by all men for my name’s sake, but he who endures to the end will be saved.
Matthew 24:13But he who endures to the end will be saved.
Mark 13:13You will be hated by all men for my name’s sake, but he who endures to the end will be saved.
Luke 2:43and when they had fulfilled the days, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. Joseph and his mother didn’t know it,
Acts 17:14Then the brothers immediately sent out Paul to go as far as to the sea, and Silas and Timothy still stayed there.
Romans 12:12rejoicing in hope; enduring in troubles; continuing steadfastly in prayer;
1 Corinthians 13:7bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, and endures all things.
2 Timothy 2:10Therefore I endure all things for the chosen ones’ sake, that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus with eternal glory.
2 Timothy 2:12If we endure, we will also reign with him. If we deny him, he also will deny us.
Hebrews 10:32But remember the former days, in which, after you were enlightened, you endured a great struggle with sufferings;
Hebrews 12:2looking to Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising its shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:3For consider him who has endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, that you don’t grow weary, fainting in your souls.
Hebrews 12:7It is for discipline that you endure. God deals with you as with children, for what son is there whom his father doesn’t discipline?
James 1:12Blessed is a person who endures temptation, for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life, which the Lord promised to those who love him.
James 5:11Behold, we call them blessed who endured. You have heard of the perseverance of Job, and have seen the Lord in the outcome, and how the Lord is full of compassion and mercy.
1 Peter 2:20For what glory is it if, when you sin, you patiently endure beating? But if, when you do well, you patiently endure suffering, this is commendable with God.
1 Peter 2:20For what glory is it if, when you sin, you patiently endure beating? But if, when you do well, you patiently endure suffering, this is commendable with God.