εὐπρόσεδρος
euprósedros
G2145
SILEX Entry
Definition
sitting near or close by; by extension, devoted, attentive, or assiduous (especially in the sense of being regularly present, engaged, or persistent in service or attendance). In figurative contexts, denotes constancy and conscientious participation, especially in communal service or religious duty.
Semantic Range
sitting near, being attendant, being continually present, assiduous, devoted, attentive, persistent in service
Root / Etymology
from εὖ ('well') + πρός ('toward') + ἕδρα ('seat'), ultimately rooted in the verb προσεδρεύω ('to sit by, to attend regularly'). The term combines the sense of 'well' or 'readily' with 'sitting by' or 'attending.'
Historical & Contextual Notes
εὐπρόσεδρος is a rare term, found in later Hellenistic Greek and in specific NT passages (e.g., 1 Corinthians 7:35), usually in reference to being free from distractions and able to focus one's presence or service. The word does not have a strong presence in earlier classical texts and appears mostly in the context of devotion to communal, religious, or practical service. In NT usage the term emphasizes continuous, diligent availability for service (typically to the Lord or the community), not merely physical presence but active attentiveness. English translations often render the term as 'attend upon,' 'devoted,' or 'constant in service.' The concept is similar but not identical to related terms like προσκαρτερέω ('to be steadfast, devoted'), though εὐπρόσεδρος focuses more strongly on the physical and figurative aspect of being present and available.
Original Strong's Gloss (1890)
from εὖ and the same as προσεδρεύω; sitting well towards, i.e. (figuratively) assiduous (neuter, diligent service):--X attend upon.
Word Forms
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Occurrences in Scripture
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