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G2128 · Greek · New Testament
εὐλογητός
eulogetos
Adjective
blessed, praised, worthy of praise

Definition

Blessed, praised, worthy of blessing — used exclusively of God in the New Testament. This is the word reserved for divine blessing: when Scripture says 'Blessed be God,' it uses eulogetos. It differs from makarios (blessed/happy, used for people) — eulogetos belongs to God alone.

Usage & Theological Significance

Eulogetos is the church's word of doxology — pure worship directed upward to God. Paul erupts into eulogetos at the start of Ephesians: 'Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!' (1:3). It appears in moments of overwhelming gratitude when the only fitting response is worship. The word reminds us that while God blesses us (eulogeo), we bless Him back with praise (eulogetos).

Key Bible Verses

Ephesians 1:3 Blessed [Eulogetos] be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
2 Corinthians 1:3 Blessed [Eulogetos] be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion.
1 Peter 1:3 Blessed [Eulogetos] be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!
Luke 1:68 Blessed [Eulogetos] be the Lord, the God of Israel.
Romans 9:5 Christ, who is God over all, forever blessed [eulogetos]. Amen.

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