ἔργον
ergon
Modern Summary of Abbott-Smith’s Lexicon (1922)
The word "ἔργον" (ergon) primarily means work, task, or employment, referring to actions or activities someone performs. It can describe a specific undertaking, a deed, or an action, including acts of God, Christ, or human behavior, whether good or bad. Additionally, it can refer to something created or produced, such as physical works or accomplishments.
toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
The Greek word ergon means "toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act," encompassing related ideas including deed, doing, labour, work.
Lexical data derived from Strong's Exhaustive Concordance. See full disclaimer
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