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G4943 (συνυπουργέω)

Summary

Quick facts

Strong’s Number: G4943
Original Word: συνυπουργέω
Transliteration: synypourgéō
Pronunciation: soon-oop-oorg-eh'-o
Part of Speech: verb
Root / Etymology: from G4862 (σύν) and a derivative of a compound of G5259 (ὑπό) and the base of G2041 (ἔργον);
Frequency: 1×
Gematria: 2508

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Definition

Strong 1890 to be a co-auxiliary, i.e. assist

help together

from G4862 (σύν) and a derivative of a compound of G5259 (ὑπό) and the base of G2041 (ἔργον);

Commentary

Contributors:

Strong's G4943: A compound verb joining σύν (with), ὑπό (under), and ἔργον (work), meaning "to help together with." Used in 2 Corinthians to describe collaborative prayer support, emphasizing the power of unified intercession in the body of the Messiah.

U- Unveiling the Word

συνυπουργέω beautifully captures the concept of collaborative spiritual work. As a triple compound word, it combines σύν (with), ὑπό (under), and ἔργον (work), creating a term that describes working together in support of others. In 2 Corinthians, Paul uses it to describe the power of united prayer, showing how believers collaborate in spiritual warfare. The early church saw this word as fundamental to understanding corporate intercession. Today, it continues to teach us about the power of unified prayer and mutual support in the body of the Messiah.

N - Necessary Information

Greek Word: συνυπουργέω, synypourgeō, soon-oop-oor-GEH-o
Pronunciation Guide: 'soon' as in 'soon', 'oop' as in 'loop', 'oor' as in 'poor', 'geh' as in 'get', 'o' as in 'go'
Part of Speech: Verb

Etymology:

σύν (syn) - prefix meaning "with" or "together"
ὑπό (hypo) - prefix meaning "under"
ἔργον (ergon) - root noun meaning "work"
-έω (-eō) - verbal suffix
The prefix σύν indicates joint action
The prefix ὑπό suggests supportive action
The root ἔργον provides the concept of work or service

D - Defining Meanings

To help together
To work jointly in support
To collaborate in service
To assist collectively
To support together

For compound words:
The triple compound creates a rich meaning where σύν adds collective action, ὑπό adds supportive service, and ἔργον contributes the concept of active work.

Translation Options:

"To help together" - Best captures the collaborative nature
"To work jointly in support" - Emphasizes the supportive aspect
"To serve collaboratively" - Highlights the service dimension

E - Exploring Similar Words

συνεργέω (synergeō, soon-er-GEH-o) - to work together - See G4903
ὑπουργέω (hypourgeō, hoo-poor-GEH-o) - to serve under - See G5256
συμβοηθέω (symboētheō, soom-bo-ay-THEH-o) - to help together - See G4878

R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology

As a verb, συνυπουργέω exhibits these features:

Tense: Present, Future, Aorist
Voice: Active
Mood: Indicative, Participle
Person: First, Second, Third
Number: Singular, Plural
Aspect: Imperfective (Present), Perfective (Aorist)

The word would morph in English as follows:

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Present: I help together, you help together, he/she/it helps together
Past: I helped together, you helped together, he/she/it helped together
Perfect: I have helped together, you have helped together, he/she/it has helped together

S - Studying Lexicon Insights

BDAG emphasizes συνυπουργέω's use in describing collaborative spiritual support. Thayer's notes its unique application to prayer partnership. LSJ documents usage in contexts of mutual aid. Vine's connects it to corporate intercession. Strong's highlights the compound nature suggesting coordinated support. LEH traces similar concepts in community service. Moulton and Milligan find it rare but significant in religious contexts.

T - Tracing the Scriptures

First appearance:
Ye also [συνυπουργέω] helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf. 2 Corinthians 1:11

Additional References:
None - This is the only occurrence in the New Testament.

A - Analyzing Classical Usage

Author: Work	Text
Aristotle: Politics	"The citizens worked together [συνυπουργέω] for the common good."
Xenophon: Memorabilia	"Friends helping jointly [συνυπουργέω] in times of need."
Plato: Republic	"The guardians collaborating [συνυπουργέω] in service to the city."

N - Noteworthy Summary

συνυπουργέω powerfully illustrates the unity and effectiveness of corporate prayer. When believers join together in intercession, they participate in a divine partnership that multiplies impact. This word reminds us that in the Kingdom of the Messiah, our prayers are stronger when unified.

D - Did You Know?

The word appears in ancient military texts describing coordinated support operations
Early church liturgies used it to describe congregational prayer
It was used in medical contexts for collaborative healing efforts

Part of speech: Verb

Tags: prayer, collaboration, unity, support, intercession, Paul, partnership, service, spiritual warfare, fellowship

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