Biblica Analytica

ἀγών

agōn (G0073)

fight

6 verses 6 books OT 0 / NT 6
AI Word Study

The Greek word ἀγών (agōn) is translated to "fight." It falls under the semantic domain of Warfare & Conflict, indicating its primary connotation is related to physical or metaphorical combat. The six instances of its appearance in the Bible suggest a limited, but deliberate, usage by the authors. In its literal sense, ἀγών refers to a physical fight or battle, where individuals engage in confrontations. This usage implies a sense of confrontation, struggle, and possibly violence. However, given its association with conflict, it's also possible that the term has been employed metaphorically to convey a sense of spiritual or emotional struggle. The scarcity of instances in the Bible may indicate that the authors employed this term judiciously, perhaps emphasizing the intensity or ferocity of a particular confrontation. Despite its limited frequency, ἀγών's presence underscores the importance of conflict and confrontation as essential themes in biblical narratives.

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Philippians 1:30

having the same conflict which you saw in me and now hear is in me.

Colossians 2:1

For I desire to have you know how greatly I struggle for you, and for those at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh;

1 Thessalonians 2:2

but having suffered before and been shamefully treated, as you know, at Philippi, we grew bold in our God to tell you the Good News of God in much conflict.

1 Timothy 6:12

Fight the good fight of faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called, and you confessed the good confession in the sight of many witnesses.

2 Timothy 4:7

I have fought the good fight. I have finished the course. I have kept the faith.

Hebrews 12:1

Therefore let’s also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let’s run with perseverance the race that is set before us,