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Εὐνίκη (Eunikē)

Eunikē

Eunice

G2131 · Greek · New Testament · 1 verses

Quick Reference

Language
Koine Greek
Testament
New Testament
Occurrences
1 verses
Root
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Word Overview

Eunikē is a proper name meaning "good victory," derived from the Greek elements for good and victory. It appears only once in the New Testament, identifying the mother of the Apostle Timothy as mentioned in 2 Timothy 1:5.

This single reference highlights her role in Timothy’s spiritual formation. Paul recalls the sincere faith that first lived in Eunice and was later passed down to her son, suggesting a lineage of genuine belief within the family. The name itself serves as a fitting title for a woman whose faithful example contributed to the early church’s growth through her child.

Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).

What This Word Means for Your Faith

Eunice’s name means “good victory,” a fitting title for a woman whose quiet faith shaped one of Christianity’s most important leaders. In 2 Timothy 1:5, Paul remembers the sincere belief that first took root in her heart and was carefully passed to her son, Timothy. This simple act of nurturing faith within a family shows how ordinary devotion can have extraordinary ripple effects across generations.

Her story encourages us that spiritual heritage is not just about bloodlines but about intentional love and example. When we model genuine trust in God for those around us, we participate in something far larger than ourselves. Eunice’s legacy reminds us that small, faithful steps in raising others in the truth matter deeply to God.

How it's translated

How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.

  • Eunice,1×

Forms in the text

The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.

  • Εὐνίκῃ,1×

Key Verses

  • II Timothy 1:5
    having been reminded of the sincere faith that is in you, which lived first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, in you also.

    This verse uniquely identifies Eunice as the mother of Timothy and highlights the transmission of sincere faith from her to her son.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Eunice mean?

The name Eunice comes from Greek elements meaning “good” and “victory.” It reflects a life marked by faithful triumph over challenges through trust in God.

Who was Eunice in the Bible?

Eunice was the mother of the Apostle Timothy. She is mentioned in 2 Timothy 1:5 alongside her mother-in-law Lois as women who nurtured sincere faith in Timothy from an early age.

Why is Eunice important for Christians today?

Her example shows how intentional spiritual mentoring within families can shape future leaders. It encourages believers to value passing down genuine faith to younger generations through daily life and love.

Every Occurrence (1 verses across 1 books)

II Timothy 1 verse
II Timothy 1:5

having been reminded of the sincere faith that is in you, which lived first in your grandmother Lois and your mother…