Luke 13:24

Strive. Used only by Luke and Paul, except John 18:36. Originally to contend for a prize in the public games; and thus conveying a sense of struggle. The kindred noun, ajgwnia, agony, is used of Christ's struggle in Gethsemane (ch. 22 44). Compare 1 Timothy 6:12; 2 Timothy 4:7.

Strait gate [σ τ ε ν η ς θ υ ρ α ς]. Rev., narrow door. See on Matthew 7:13. The door of a house, and not a gate, is meant (ver. 25). In Matthew 7:13, where the image is of a gate opening into a way, pulh, gate, is used.