G2206 ζηλόω (zēlóō) — be eager

Lexical Definition

Strong's Greek G2206

to have warmth of feeling for or against

KJV usage: :--affect, covet (earnestly), (have) desire, (move with) envy, be jealous over, (be) zealous(-ly affect).

Etymology: from ;

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

to have strong affection towards, be ardently devoted to, 2 Cor. 11:2; to make a show of affection and devotion towards, Gal. 4:17; to desire earnestly, aspire eagerly after, 1 Cor. 12:31; 14:1, 39; absol. to be fervent, to be zealous, Rev. 3:19; to be jealous, envious, spiteful, Acts 7:9; 17:5; 1 Cor. 13:4; Jas. 4:2; pass. to be an object of warm regard and devotion, Gal. 4:18

Key Appearances in the New Testament

Acts 7:9 Acts 17:5 1 Corinthians 12:31 1 Corinthians 13:4 1 Corinthians 14:1 1 Corinthians 14:39 2 Corinthians 11:2 Galatians 4:17 Galatians 4:18 James 4:2

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