Lexical Summary epibibazó: To cause to mount, to set upon, to put on Original Word: ἐπιβιβάζω Strong's Exhaustive Concordance set on. From epi and a reduplicated derivative of the base of basis (compare anabibazo); to cause to mount (an animal) -- set on. see GREEK epi see GREEK basis see GREEK anabibazo NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origincaus. form of epibainó Definition to place upon NASB Translation put (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1913: ἐπιβιβάζωἐπιβιβάζω: 1 aorist ἐπεβίβασα; to cause to mount; to place upon (cf. ἐπί, D. 3): τινα or τί ἐπί τί, Luke 10:34; Luke 19:35; Acts 23:24. (Thucydides, Plato, Diodorus, others; the Sept. several times for הִרְכִּיב.) Topical Lexicon Semantic Range in First-Century Usage The verb conveys the deliberate act of placing a person upon a beast, vehicle, or platform, emphasizing purposeful transfer and safe positioning. In Greco-Roman settings it could describe a soldier mounting a horse or a dignitary being seated for procession. Scripture restricts the verb to moments where bodily conveyance serves a redemptive or protective aim. Occurrences in Scripture 1. Luke 19:35 records the disciples who “put Jesus on it”, initiating the triumphal entry. The term highlights their intentional enthronement of Messiah before the people. Redemptive-Historical Significance By limiting the verb to these three pivotal scenes, Luke—author of both Gospel and Acts—links royal presentation, neighborly compassion, and apostolic preservation. Each instance advances salvation history: the King is publicly hailed; the law of love is modeled; the gospel courier is spared for further witness. Christological Focus Luke 19:35 frames Jesus as the prophesied King of Zechariah 9:9, receiving voluntary enthronement rather than self-exaltation. The disciples’ act fulfills prophecy while underscoring Christ’s meekness; He is mounted, not mounting Himself, amplifying His voluntary submission. Ethical and Pastoral Implications Luke 10:34 elevates practical mercy. Genuine compassion bears burdens physically and financially, moving beyond sympathy to action. Ministries of emergency care, disaster relief, and transportation of the infirm find a biblical prototype here. Providence and Mission Acts 23:24 reveals divine orchestration through Roman infrastructure. Government resources, though pagan, further gospel advance. Believers may therefore cooperate with civic mechanisms when consistent with righteousness, trusting God’s sovereignty over human institutions. Old Testament Echoes The act of mounting echoes Numbers 22:22 where an angel confronts Balaam on his donkey, and 2 Samuel 18:9 where Absalom’s mule becomes the scene of judgment. In contrast, Luke’s usages showcase blessing—honoring the rightful King, rescuing the helpless, and safeguarding a messenger. Application for Contemporary Discipleship • Facilitate the mobility of those impeded—elderly, disabled, persecuted saints—mirroring Samaritan compassion. Summary Strong’s Greek 1913 encapsulates strategic moments when someone is lifted for royal acclaim, compassionate rescue, or missional preservation. The verb’s scant yet weighty appearances weave together themes of worship, love, and providence, urging believers to active participation in God’s unfolding plan. Forms and Transliterations επεβιβασαν επεβίβασαν ἐπεβίβασαν επεβίβασας επεβίβασεν επιβιβά επιβιβασαντες επιβιβάσαντες ἐπιβιβάσαντες επιβιβασας επιβιβάσας ἐπιβιβάσας επιβιβάσατε επιβίβασον επιβιβώ epebibasan epebíbasan epibibasantes epibibásantes epibibasas epibibásasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 10:34 V-APA-NMSGRK: καὶ οἶνον ἐπιβιβάσας δὲ αὐτὸν NAS: and wine on [them]; and he put him on his own KJV: wine, and set him on INT: and wine having put moreover him Luke 19:35 V-AIA-3P Acts 23:24 V-APA-NMP Strong's Greek 1913 |
    |