εὐνοέω
eunoéō
G2132 verb
SILEX Entry
Definition
To be favorably disposed toward someone or something; to have goodwill toward; to be well-inclined or benevolent in one's intentions. In some contexts, it can mean to act with reconciliation or to come to agreement, but the core sense involves a positive attitude or mental disposition toward another.
Semantic Range
to be favorably disposed, to have goodwill, to be well-inclined, to be benevolent, to feel amicably, to reconcile, to come to an agreement
Root / Etymology
From the compound εὖ (well, kindly, favorably) and νοέω (to think, to perceive, to have in mind), literally 'to think well' or 'to be well-disposed.'
Historical & Contextual Notes
In classical and Hellenistic Greek, εὐνοέω appears in contexts denoting a favorable or benevolent attitude, often toward individuals, groups, or states. The verb can indicate general goodwill, benevolence, or supportive intentions, and is occasionally used for the act of reconciling or coming to agreement (especially in diplomatic or interpersonal relationships). In the Septuagint and rare New Testament usage, it may shade toward 'to be reconciled' or 'to have a kindly mind toward'—distinguishing it from ἔχθρα (enmity) or διαφέρω (to be at odds). English Bible translations occasionally render this term simply as 'agree' or 'be reconciled', but this may understate the underlying nuance of goodwill or favorable mental orientation. It is not a technical term for reconciliation but may overlap with such contexts when referring to the restoration of friendly or amicable relations. In Koine, the sense of 'being benevolently minded' is primary. Contrast with ἐχθραίνομαι (to be hostile).
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
from a compound of εὖ and νοῦς; to be well- minded, i.e. reconcile:--agree.
Root Family
εὐνοέω (eunoéō) — to be well-disposed, to think favorably, to have goodwill
Word Forms
1 distinct form
| SIDANCE | Surface | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G2132-01 |
εὐνοῶν | eunoon | V PRS ACT PTCP NOM M SG |
well-minded | being well-disposed | being well-disposed | 1 |
Occurrences in Scripture
1 occurrence
| SIDANCE | Reference | Word | Transliteration | Morphology | Common | SIBI-P1 | SIBI-P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G2132-01 |
Matthew 5:25 | εὐνοῶν | eunoon | V PRS ACT PTCP NOM M SG |
well-minded | being well-disposed | being well-disposed |