Lexical Summary ektithémi: To set forth, to explain, to expose, to declare Original Word: ἐκτίθημι Strong's Exhaustive Concordance declare, expound. From ek and tithemi; to expose; figuratively, to declare -- cast out, expound. see GREEK ek see GREEK tithemi NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ek and tithémi Definition to set forth, fig. to declare NASB Translation explain (1), explained (1), explaining (1), set outside (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1620: ἐκτίθημιἐκτίθημι: 1 aorist passive participle ἐκτεθεις; middle, imperfect ἐξετιθεμην; 2 aorist ἐξεθέμην; to place or set out, expose; 1. properly: an infant, Acts 7:21; (Wis. 18:5; (Herodotus 1, 112); Aristophanes nub. 531; Aelian v. h. 2, 7; Lucian, de sacrif. 5, and often). 2. Middle metaphorically, to set forth, declare, expound: Acts 11:4; τί, Acts 18:26; Acts 28:23; ((Aristotle, passim); Diodorus 12, 18; Josephus, Antiquities 1, 12, 2; Athen. 7, p. 278 d.; others). Strong’s Greek 1620 appears only in Acts and unites two acts: exposing someone to view and setting truth before hearers. It therefore moves from Moses’ cradle on the Nile to Paul’s rented house in Rome, tracing both God’s providence over the vulnerable and His insistence on clear proclamation. Occurrences in Acts Acts 7:21 – “When he was set outside, Pharaoh’s daughter took him and brought him up as her own son.” Acts 11:4 – “But Peter began and explained to them the whole sequence of events…” Acts 18:26 – “Priscilla and Aquila…took him in and explained to him the way of God more accurately.” Acts 28:23 – “Paul expounded to them from morning till evening, testifying about the kingdom of God…” Providence and Protection The word’s first appearance concerns Moses, whose apparent abandonment becomes the means of Israel’s deliverance. Luke highlights that what looks like exposure to danger is overseen by the Lord, encouraging believers to trust God when obedience seems risky. Reasoned Explanation Peter, Priscilla with Aquila, and Paul all use ordered exposition to remove confusion, sharpen doctrine, and persuade unbelievers. Scripture is presented as understandable and defensible, and the Spirit works through rational discourse as well as miraculous signs. Unity of the Church Peter’s step-by-step narrative in Acts 11 diffuses tension between Jewish believers and Gentile converts. Careful explanation protects fellowship and keeps the gospel from being hijacked by suspicion or cultural preference. Mentoring in Ministry Priscilla and Aquila correct Apollos privately, then release him for broader service. Their example shows how mature believers refine emerging leaders through gracious, precise teaching grounded in Scripture. Apostolic Hermeneutics Paul in Rome welds Law, Prophets, and Gospel into a cohesive witness to Jesus. His day-long exposition demonstrates both the continuity of revelation and the patience required for persuasive teaching. Key Theological Themes • Sovereignty working through apparent weakness Practical Implications 1. Explain events and texts sequentially, letting listeners trace God’s hand. Summary Strong’s Greek 1620 threads together exposure and exposition. Whether placing an infant in a basket or opening scrolls before skeptics, the Lord both guards His servants and commands them to set forth His truth plainly. Englishman's Concordance Acts 7:21 V-APP-GMSGRK: ἐκτεθέντος δὲ αὐτοῦ NAS: And after he had been set outside, Pharaoh's KJV: when he was cast out, Pharaoh's INT: having been set outside moreover he Acts 11:4 V-IIM-3S Acts 18:26 V-AIM-3P Acts 28:23 V-IIM-3S Strong's Greek 1620 |
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