G4909
συνευδοκέω
to think well of in common, i.e. assent to, feel gratified with
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to think well of in common, i.e. assent to, feel gratified with
συνευδοκέω(syneudokéō)
Strong’s Definition
to think well of in common, i.e. assent to, feel gratified with
from G4862 (σύν) and G2106 (εὐδοκέω);
“Truly ye bear witness that ye allow the deeds of your fathers: for they indeed killed them, and ye build their sepulchres.”
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Strong's G4909: A compound verb combining σύν (together), εὖ (well), and δοκέω (to think/seem), meaning to approve together, consent to, or be well-pleased with. In NT usage, often describes moral agreement or complicity with actions, particularly in contexts of persecution.
U- Unveiling the Word
συνευδοκέω represents a profound concept of shared approval or consent. As a compound word, it combines σύν (together), εὖ (well), and δοκέω (to think), creating a term that describes active agreement or approval of actions. In its first New Testament appearance in Luke 11:48, Jesus uses it to describe the complicity of those who approve of their ancestors' persecution of prophets. The early church understood this term as expressing moral responsibility through agreement or approval, even without direct participation. Today, this word continues to challenge believers about our responsibility in tacitly approving or consenting to wrongdoing.
N - Necessary Information
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D - Defining Meanings
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E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes the word's use in contexts of moral complicity. Thayer's notes its application to approving wrongdoing. LSJ provides examples from classical literature showing joint approval. Vine's highlights its use in contexts of persecution. Strong's connects it to willing agreement. Moulton and Milligan document its use in legal contexts for consent.
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T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
"Truly ye bear witness that ye allow [συνευδοκέω] the deeds of your fathers: for they indeed killed them, and ye build their sepulchres." Luke 11:48
Additional References:
Acts 8:1, Acts 22:20, Romans 1:32, 1 Corinthians 7:12-13
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
συνευδοκέω challenges us to examine our complicity in wrong actions through passive approval. The good news of King Jesus calls us not only to avoid evil but to actively oppose it. This word reminds us that silence or passive agreement in the face of injustice makes us participants in it.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4909: A compound verb expressing joint approval or consent. Used in NT to highlight moral responsibility through agreement or approval of actions, particularly in contexts of persecution or wrongdoing.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: approval, consent, agreement, complicity, moral responsibility, persecution, support, joint approval, moral agreement, active consent