Original Word: κοπιάω
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: kopiaó
Pronunciation: ko-pee-ah'-o
Phonetic Spelling: (kop-ee-ah'-o)
Definition: To labor, to toil, to grow weary, to work hard
Meaning: (a) I grow weary, (b) I toil, work with effort (of bodily and mental labor alike).

labor, toil, be wearied.

From a derivative of kopos; to feel fatigue; by implication, to work hard -- (bestow) labour, toil, be wearied.

see GREEK kopos

Cognate: 2872 kopiáō (from 2873 /kópos, "exhausting labor") – to labor until worn-out, depleted (exhausted). See 2873 (kopos).

Word Origin
from kopos
Definition
to grow weary, toil
NASB Translation
diligently labor (1), grown weary (1), hard-working (1), labor (3), labored (4), labors (1), toil (4), wearied (1), weary (1), work hard (1), worked (2), worked hard (1), worked hard worked hard (1), workers (1), working hard (1).

STRONGS NT 2872: κοπιάω

κοπιάω, κοπιῶ (3 person plural κοπιουσιν (for κοπιῶσιν), Matthew 6:28 Tr; cf. ἐρωτάω, at the beginning); 1 aorist ἐκοπίασα; perfect κεκοπίακα (2 person singular κεκοπίακες, Revelation 2:3 L T Tr WH, cf. (Winers Grammar, § 13, 2 c.); Buttmann, 43 (38) (and his translation of Apollonius Dyscolus, p. 54 n.; Tdf. Proleg., p. 123; WHs Appendix, p. 166; Sophocles' Lexicon, p. 39)); (κόπος, which see);

1. as in Aristophanes, Josephus, Plutarch, others, to grow weary, tired, exhausted, (with toil or burdens or grief): Matthew 11:28; Revelation 2:3; κεκοπιακώς ἐκ τῆς ὁδοιπορίας, John 4:6 (ὑπό τῆς ὁδοιπορίας,Josephus, Antiquities 2, 15, 3; δραμοῦνται καί οὐ κοπιασουσι, Isaiah 40:31).

2. in Biblical Greek alone, to labor with wearisome effort, to toil (the Sept. for יָגַע ); of bodily labor: absolutely, Matthew 6:28; Luke 5:5; Luke 12:27 (not Tdf.); John 4:38; Acts 20:35; 1 Corinthians 4:12; Ephesians 4:28; 2 Timothy 2:6 (cf. Winers Grammar, 556 (517); Buttmann, 390 (334)); τί, upon a thing, John 4:38. of the toilsome efforts of teachers in proclaiming and promoting the kingdom of God and Christ: 1 Corinthians 15:10; 1 Corinthians 16:16 (cf. John 4:38); followed by ἐν with the dative of the thing in which one labors, ἐν λόγῳ καί διδασκαλία, 1 Timothy 5:17; ἐν ὑμῖν,among you, 1 Thessalonians 5:12; ἐν κυρίῳ (see ἐν, I. 6 b., p. 211b middle (L brackets the clause)), Romans 16:12; εἰς τινα, for one, for his benefit, Romans 16:6; Galatians 4:11 (cf. Buttmann, 242 (200); Winer's Grammar, 503 (469)); εἰς τοῦτο, looking to this (viz. that piety has the promise of life), 1 Timothy 4:10; εἰς ὁ, to which end, Colossians 1:29; εἰς κενόν, in vain, Philippians 2:16 (κενῶς ἐκοπίασα, of the frustrated labor of the prophets, Isaiah 49:4).

Word Origin: Derived from κόπος (kopos), meaning "labor" or "toil."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for κοπιάω, similar concepts of labor and toil can be found in Hebrew words such as עָמַל (amal, Strong's 5998) and יָגַע (yaga, Strong's 3021), which convey the ideas of laboring, toiling, and growing weary. These terms are used in the Old Testament to describe both physical labor and the burdens of life.

Usage: The verb κοπιάω is used in the New Testament to describe physical or mental exertion, often in the context of ministry or spiritual labor. It conveys the sense of diligent effort and perseverance.

Context: The Greek verb κοπιάω appears in various contexts within the New Testament, emphasizing the concept of laborious effort and dedication. It is frequently used by the Apostle Paul to describe his own ministry and the work of fellow believers. This term underscores the commitment and endurance required in the Christian life, both in physical endeavors and spiritual pursuits.

In Matthew 11:28, Jesus extends an invitation to those who "labor" (κοπιάω) and are burdened, promising them rest. This highlights the contrast between the weariness of human effort and the rest found in Christ.

In 1 Corinthians 15:10, Paul acknowledges that his labor (κοπιάω) is not in vain, attributing his efforts to the grace of God working through him. This reflects the biblical principle that while believers are called to work diligently, their strength and success ultimately come from God.

The term is also used in the context of supporting others, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 5:12, where Paul urges the church to respect those who "labor" (κοπιάω) among them, indicating the value and honor of such dedicated service.

In Revelation 2:3, the church in Ephesus is commended for their perseverance and labor (κοπιάω) for Christ's name, demonstrating the importance of steadfastness in the face of challenges.

Overall, κοπιάω encapsulates the biblical call to diligent and faithful service, whether in ministry, personal growth, or supporting the community of believers. It serves as a reminder of the balance between human effort and divine empowerment in the Christian journey.

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