Berean Strong's Lexicon deuro: "Come," "come here," "hither" Original Word: δεῦρο Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root "δεῦρ" (deûr), meaning "here" or "hither." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often used in similar contexts is "לָכָה" (lakah), Strong's Hebrew 3212, which also means "come" or "go." Usage: The adverb "deuro" is used in the New Testament to invite or command someone to come to a specific place or to approach. It often conveys a sense of immediacy or urgency, calling the listener to action or movement towards the speaker or a designated location. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of the New Testament, "deuro" reflects the oral and relational culture of the time, where direct communication and personal interaction were central. The use of "deuro" in biblical texts often signifies an invitation to participate in a significant event or to witness a divine act. It is a term that underscores the importance of presence and response in the relational dynamics of the biblical narrative. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition until now, come here! NASB Translation come (6), come here (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1204: δεῦροδεῦρο, adverb, from Homer down; 1. of place, a. hither; to this place. b. in urging and calling, "Here! Come!" (the Sept. especially for לֵך and לְכָה): Matthew 19:21; Mark 10:21; Luke 18:22; John 11:43 (δεῦρο ἔξω come forth). Acts 7:34; Revelation 17:1; Revelation 21:9; δεῦρο εἰς γῆν, ἥν κτλ., Acts 7:3 (δεῦρο εἰς τόν οἶκον σου, 1 Kings 1:53; eis Ptolemaida, 1 Macc. 12:45). 2. of time, hitherto, now: ἄχρι τοῦ δεῦρο up to this time, Romans 1:13 (μέχρι δεῦρο (Plato, legg. 7, p. 811 c.); Athen. 1, 62, p. 34 c.; Plutarch, vit. Numbers 4; Pomp. 24). Of uncertain affinity; here; used also imperative hither!; and of time, hitherto -- come (hither), hither(-to). Englishman's Concordance Matthew 19:21 V-M-2SGRK: οὐρανοῖς καὶ δεῦρο ἀκολούθει μοι NAS: in heaven; and come, follow KJV: heaven: and come [and] follow me. INT: [the] heavens and come follow me Mark 10:21 V-M-2S Luke 18:22 V-M-2S John 11:43 V-M-2S Acts 7:3 V-M-2S Acts 7:34 V-M-2S Romans 1:13 Adv Revelation 17:1 V-M-2S Revelation 21:9 V-M-2S |