Lexicon
ekdoché: Expectation, reception
Original Word: ἐκδοχή
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: ekdoché
Pronunciation: ek-do-KHAY
Phonetic Spelling: (ek-dokh-ay')
Definition: Expectation, reception
Meaning: a waiting for, expectation.
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
expectation
From ekdechomai; expectation -- looking foreign
see GREEK ekdechomai
HELPS Word-studies
1561 ekdox (from 1551/ekdexomai, "personally anticipate") – properly, out from the judge and on to the one judged, i.e. the outcome of solemn (personally-felt) expectation of receiving one's "just desserts" (used only in Heb 10:27).
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Originfrom
ekdechomaiDefinitiona receiving from, expectation
NASB Translationexpectation (1).
Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 1561: ἐκδοχήἐκδοχή,
ἐκδοχης,
ἡ (
ἐκδέχομαι),
the act or
manner of receiving from; hence, in secular authors.
1. reception.
2. succession.
3. (a taking in a certain sense, i. e.) interpretation.
4. once in the sacred writings, expectation, awaiting (cf. ἐκδέχομαι, 2): Hebrews 10:27.
Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἐκδέχομαι (ekdechomai), which means "to receive" or "to expect."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἐκδοχή, the concept of expectation or waiting is present in several Hebrew terms. Some related Hebrew words include:
- קָוָה (qavah) • Strong's Hebrew 6960: To wait for, look for, hope, expect.
- יָחַל (yachal) • Strong's Hebrew 3176: To wait, hope, expect.
These Hebrew terms similarly convey the idea of waiting with anticipation, often in the context of trusting in God's timing and promises.
Usage: The word ἐκδοχή is used in the New Testament to convey the sense of anticipation or waiting for a particular event or fulfillment.
Context: The Greek term ἐκδοχή (ekdochē) appears in the New Testament context to describe a state of expectation or anticipation. It is used to express the act of waiting for a significant event, often with a sense of hope or assurance. This term is closely related to the concept of faith and trust in God's promises, as believers are often depicted as waiting for the fulfillment of divine promises or the return of Christ.
In the New Testament, the concept of ἐκδοχή is illustrated in the context of the early Christian community's anticipation of the second coming of Christ. This expectation was a central aspect of their faith, influencing their daily lives and spiritual outlook. The believers were encouraged to remain steadfast and hopeful, trusting in the certainty of God's promises.
Theologically, ἐκδοχή underscores the importance of patience and perseverance in the Christian life. It reflects a posture of readiness and vigilance, as believers are called to live in a manner that reflects their hope in the future fulfillment of God's redemptive plan.
Forms and Transliterations
εκδοχη εκδοχή ἐκδοχὴ ekdoche ekdochē ekdochḕLinks
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