### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **eúthetos**, represented by `{{G2111}}`, means **well placed** or figuratively **appropriate**. It is translated as **fit** or **meet**. The term appears **3 times** in **3 unique verses**, highlighting its specific application in describing suitability for a particular purpose, whether agricultural, practical, or spiritual.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The uses of `{{G2111}}` provide clear illustrations of its meaning. In an agricultural context, it describes the **earth** `{{G1093}}` that receives rain and brings forth herbs **meet** for those who cultivate it [[Hebrews 6:7]]. Jesus uses it metaphorically to describe a person's suitability for the **kingdom** `{{G932}}` of **God** `{{G2316}}`, stating that no one who puts his **hand** `{{G5495}}` to the **plough** `{{G723}}` and looks back is **fit** [[Luke 9:62]]. Conversely, in a parable, Jesus describes salt that has lost its saltiness as being neither **fit** for the **land** `{{G1093}}` nor the **dunghill** `{{G2874}}`, illustrating a state of complete unsuitability [[Luke 14:35]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words clarify the context in which `{{G2111}}` is used:
* `{{G932}}` **basileía** (kingdom): This defines the ultimate realm for which a person must be **fit**. One's suitability is measured against the standards of the **kingdom** of God [[Luke 9:62]].
* `{{G1093}}` **gē** (earth): This word, meaning **soil** or **land**, appears twice in connection with `{{G2111}}`. It is used to describe productive **earth** that is **meet** [[Hebrews 6:7]] and land for which useless salt is not **fit** [[Luke 14:35]].
* `{{G2874}}` **kopría** (dunghill): This term for manure is used to show the extent of unfitness. Salt that has lost its purpose is not even **fit** for the **dunghill** [[Luke 14:35]], a place for discarded but still useful material.
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{G2111}}` is significant, establishing clear criteria for discipleship and purpose.
* **Fitness for the Kingdom:** The term establishes that entry and service in the **kingdom** `{{G932}}` of **God** `{{G2316}}` require unwavering focus. A person who puts their **hand** `{{G5495}}` to the **plough** `{{G723}}` but is distracted by **looking** `{{G991}}` back is not considered **fit** [[Luke 9:62]].
* **Productivity and Blessing:** In Hebrews, being **meet** is directly tied to fruitfulness. The **earth** `{{G1093}}` that produces useful **herbs** `{{G1008}}` is considered **meet** and subsequently **receiveth** `{{G3335}}` a **blessing** `{{G2129}}` from **God** `{{G2316}}` [[Hebrews 6:7]]. This connects spiritual fitness with producing results that align with God's purpose.
* **The Consequence of Unsuitability:** The concept is also used to illustrate the danger of losing one's purpose. Something that is no longer **fit** for its primary function may be unfit for any function at all, like salt that is not even suitable for the **land** `{{G1093}}` or the **dunghill** `{{G2874}}` and is therefore cast out [[Luke 14:35]].
### Summary
In summary, `{{G2111}}` **eúthetos** is a precise term that signifies being **well placed**, **appropriate**, or **fit** for a specific role. While appearing only three times, it is used powerfully in both agricultural and spiritual metaphors to define the conditions for usefulness. It teaches that fitness for the **kingdom of God** [[Luke 9:62]] demands unwavering commitment, that being **meet** is demonstrated by fruitfulness [[Hebrews 6:7]], and that a loss of purpose can render one unfit for any use at all [[Luke 14:35]].
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