ὑπεραυξάνω (huperauxanō)
huperauxanō
to increase
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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Word Overview
The verb huperauxanō means to grow or increase in an exceptional way, surpassing normal limits. It combines a prefix indicating "beyond" with a root meaning "to grow," creating a sense of abundance that exceeds ordinary expectations. This word appears only once in the New Testament, in 2 Thessalonians 1:3.
Paul uses it to describe how the faith of the Thessalonian believers is not just steady, but actively expanding at a remarkable pace. The term suggests a vitality that goes beyond mere maintenance, pointing to a spiritual growth that is both noticeable and significant. Translators typically render it as "increasing exceedingly" or "growing more and more," capturing the intensity of this development.
Its singular usage highlights a specific moment in early Christian history where faith was visibly flourishing despite persecution. The word emphasizes the dynamic nature of genuine belief, showing that true faith is not static but continues to deepen and spread among communities.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
When we read that our faith is growing exceedingly, it brings a quiet joy to the heart. The word huperauxanō describes a growth that goes beyond ordinary limits. It suggests that your trust in God is not just staying still but moving forward with energy and life.
This image encourages us during difficult times. Even when challenges arise, genuine belief can expand in ways we might not expect. It reminds us that spiritual vitality is a gift that deepens over time, helping us stand firm in our daily walk.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- is increasing exceedingly1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- ὑπεραυξάνει1×
Key Verses
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II Thessalonians 1:3
We are bound to always give thanks to God for you, brothers, even as it is appropriate, because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of each and every one of you toward one another abounds,
Paul uses this unique term to highlight how the Thessalonian believers' faith was expanding at a remarkable pace despite their circumstances.