εὐποιΐα (eupoiia)
eupoiia
doing good
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The noun eupoiia signifies the active practice of doing good or showing beneficence. It is not merely a feeling of goodwill but describes tangible acts of kindness and generosity toward others. The word combines elements meaning "good" and "to make," pointing to the concrete creation of positive outcomes in the lives of those around us.
This term appears only once in the New Testament, in Hebrews 13:16, where it is linked directly to sharing with others. The author uses it to summarize a key aspect of Christian worship: that practical generosity is as vital as sacrifice. By using this specific word, the text emphasizes that doing good is an intentional, constructive act that honors God.
Translators typically render eupoiia as "doing good" or "sharing," highlighting its focus on action over intention. The word carries a sense of moral responsibility, suggesting that believers are called to actively build up their community through generous deeds rather than remaining passive observers.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word εὐποιία (eupoiia) reminds us that faith is lived out in tangible ways. It means doing good—actively creating positive outcomes for those around you. This is not just a vague feeling of kindness but a concrete action, like sharing what you have with someone in need.
In Hebrews 13:16, this act is called a sacrifice that pleases God. Your generosity becomes a form of worship. When you help others, you are building up the community and reflecting God’s love in a practical way.
Let this encourage you to look for small opportunities to do good today. It might be sharing a meal, offering a kind word, or simply being present for someone who is struggling. These acts matter deeply.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- the good1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- εὐποιΐας1×
Key Verses
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Hebrews 13:16
But don’t forget to be doing good and sharing, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
This verse explicitly links εὐποιία with sharing as a sacrifice that God finds pleasing, showing that practical generosity is central to Christian worship.