Lexical Summary ekrizoó: To uproot, to root out Original Word: ἐκριζόω Strong's Exhaustive Concordance pluck up by the root, root up. From ek and rhizoo; to uproot -- pluck up by the root, root up. see GREEK ek see GREEK rhizoo NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ek and rhizoó Definition to uproot NASB Translation uproot (1), uprooted (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1610: ἐκριζόωἐκριζόω, ἐκρίζω: 1 aorist ἐξεριζωσα; passive, 1 aorist ἐξεριζωθην; 1 future ἐκριζωθήσομαι; to root out, pluck up by the roots: τί, Matthew 13:29; Matthew 15:13; Luke 17:6; Jude 1:12. (Jeremiah 1:10; Zephaniah 2:4; Sir. 3:9; (Wis. 4:4); 1 Macc. 5:51 (Alex.); 2 Macc. 12:7; (Sibylline fragment 2, 21; others); Geoponica.) Topical Lexicon Overview of the Motif of Uprooting The imagery of uprooting conveys decisive removal, total separation from a place of growth, and often an impending judgment or radical change initiated by God. Throughout Scripture, the metaphor warns against false security, promises divine purification, and calls believers to examine the roots that nourish or corrupt their lives. Usage in the New Testament 1. Matthew 13:29 — In the Parable of the Weeds, the servants are told not to pull up the tares prematurely, lest they “uproot” the wheat as well. The term underscores divine patience until the final harvest, ensuring that righteousness is safeguarded while evil is ultimately removed. Old Testament Background Prophets frequently depict nations and individuals being “plucked up” when they forsake the covenant (Jeremiah 1:10; 12:14–17). Yet the same God who uproots can also “plant” anew, showcasing both justice and mercy. This dual action anticipates New Testament fulfillment where Christ both judges and redeems. Theological Themes • Divine Sovereignty: Uprooting is never random; it is God’s deliberate act in history and in individual hearts. Christological Significance Christ embodies the true Vine (John 15) into whom believers are grafted. His ministry exposes counterfeit roots (Matthew 15:1-14) while offering a new planting in Himself. At the cross, He bears the judgment that uproots sin; through resurrection, He inaugurates a new creation where righteousness is firmly planted. Eschatological Implications The parabolic warning in Matthew 13 anticipates a final harvest when angels will gather the wicked for destruction. Jude echoes this certainty concerning false teachers infiltrating the church. The imagery sharpens believers’ anticipation of Christ’s return, urging readiness and faithfulness. Pastoral and Discipleship Applications • Discernment: Leaders must differentiate between human tradition and scriptural truth, lest congregations be built on roots destined for removal. Historical Reception in Church Teaching Early Christian writers such as Tertullian cited Matthew 15:13 to oppose heresies, emphasizing that doctrine not planted by the Father must be eradicated. Reformers applied the same principle to challenge ecclesiastical abuses, invoking the authority of Scripture over tradition. Throughout revivals, preachers have used Luke 17:6 to stir faith for societal change, trusting God to uproot entrenched evil. Illustrative Lessons for Contemporary Ministry 1. Evangelism: Proclaiming the gospel confronts deeply rooted worldviews; the Spirit alone can uproot unbelief and plant saving faith. Summary Strong’s Greek 1610 highlights an act that is final, thorough, and divinely governed. Whether warning of judgment, illustrating the power of faith, or affirming God’s right to purify His people, the motif of uprooting calls the church to unwavering fidelity to Scripture, confident that whatever the Father plants will stand, and whatever He has not planted will, in His perfect time, be pulled up by the roots. Forms and Transliterations εκριζούν εκριζωθεντα εκριζωθέντα ἐκριζωθέντα εκριζωθησεται εκριζωθήσεται ἐκριζωθήσεται Εκριζωθητι εκριζώθητι Ἐκριζώθητι εκριζώσαι εκριζωσητε εκριζώσητε ἐκριζώσητε εκρίπτει εκριφήσεται εκρυήσεται έκρυσις εκσεσαρκισμένα εκσιφωνισθείη εκσπάσαι εκσπάσας εκσπάσει εκσπάση εκσπασθήναι εκσπασθήσονται εκσπασθώσιν εκσπάσω εκσπάσωμεν εκσπερματιεί εξερριζώθη εξερρίζωσεν εξερρίφη εξερρίφησαν εξερρύημεν εξέσπασα εξέσπασε εξέσπασεν εξεσπασμένος ekrizosete ekrizōsēte ekrizṓsete ekrizṓsēte ekrizothenta ekrizothénta ekrizōthenta ekrizōthénta ekrizothesetai ekrizothḗsetai ekrizōthēsetai ekrizōthḗsetai Ekrizotheti Ekrizōthēti Ekrizṓtheti EkrizṓthētiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 13:29 V-ASA-2PGRK: τὰ ζιζάνια ἐκριζώσητε ἅμα αὐτοῖς NAS: up the tares, you may uproot the wheat KJV: the tares, ye root up also the wheat INT: the weeds you should uproot with them Matthew 15:13 V-FIP-3S Luke 17:6 V-AMP-2S Jude 1:12 V-APP-NNP Strong's Greek 1610 |
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