Lexicon epischuó: To prevail, to be strong, to exert strength Original Word: ἐπισχύω Strong's Exhaustive Concordance grow fiercer. From epi and ischuo; to avail further, i.e. (figuratively) insist stoutly -- be the more fierce. see GREEK epi see GREEK ischuo HELPS Word-studies 2001 epis NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epi and ischuó Definition to grow stronger NASB Translation insisting (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2001: ἐπισχύωἐπισχύω: (imperfect ἐπίσχυον); 1. transitive, to give additional strength; to make stronger (Sir. 29:1; Xenophon, oec. 11, 13). 2. intransitive, to receive greater strength, grow stronger (1 Macc. 6:6; Theophr, Diodorus): ἐπίσχυον λέγοντες, they were the more urgent saying, i. e. they alleged the more vehemently, Luke 23:5. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἐπισχύω, similar concepts of strength and prevailing can be found in Hebrew words such as חָזַק (chazaq, Strong's Hebrew 2388), which means "to be strong" or "to strengthen," and גָּבַר (gabar, Strong's Hebrew 1396), meaning "to prevail" or "to be mighty." These Hebrew terms convey similar ideas of gaining strength and overcoming challenges, reflecting the consistent biblical theme of divine empowerment. Usage: The verb ἐπισχύω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of becoming stronger or prevailing in a situation. It conveys the idea of gaining strength or being empowered to overcome challenges. Context: The Greek verb ἐπισχύω appears in the New Testament in contexts where strength and empowerment are emphasized. It is often used to describe the process of gaining strength or the act of prevailing over obstacles. This term is found in passages that highlight the importance of spiritual and moral fortitude. |
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