πλουτέω
plouteō (G4147)
be rich
AI Word Study
The Greek verb πλουτέω (plouteō) means "to be rich." This word is part of the semantic domain of Commerce & Wealth, indicating its focus on material prosperity. It is used 12 times in the Bible. A closer examination of the word reveals that πλουτέω emphasizes having a surplus of resources, likely referring to wealth in terms of money, possessions, or assets. This focus on abundance suggests that being rich encompasses not just possessing wealth but also experiencing a sense of security and stability that comes with it. The frequency of πλουτέω's use in the Bible highlights its significance in various contexts, such as discussing the merits of wealth, warning against its dangers, and exploring the relationship between material prosperity and spiritual well-being. This word serves as a lens through which the biblical authors explore complex issues surrounding wealth, class, and the human condition.
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He has filled the hungry with good things. He has sent the rich away empty.
So is he who lays up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God.”
For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; for the same Lord is Lord of all, and is rich to all who call on him.
You are already filled. You have already become rich. You have come to reign without us. Yes, and I wish that you did reign, that we also might reign with you.
For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that you through his poverty might become rich.
But those who are determined to be rich fall into a temptation, a snare, and many foolish and harmful lusts, such as drown men in ruin and destruction.
that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to share;
Because you say, ‘I am rich, and have gotten riches, and have need of nothing;’ and don’t know that you are the wretched one, miserable, poor, blind, and naked;
I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, that you may become rich; and white garments, that you may clothe yourself, and that the shame of your nakedness may not be revealed; and eye salve to anoint your eyes, that you may see.
For all the nations have drunk of the wine of the wrath of her sexual immorality, the kings of the earth committed sexual immorality with her, and the merchants of the earth grew rich from the abundance of her luxury.”
The merchants of these things, who were made rich by her, will stand far away for the fear of her torment, weeping and mourning,
They cast dust on their heads, and cried, weeping and mourning, saying, ‘Woe, woe, the great city, in which all who had their ships in the sea were made rich by reason of her great wealth!’ For she is made desolate in one hour.