Strong's Lexicon katapsuchó: To cool down, to refresh Original Word: καταψύχω Word Origin: From the Greek prefix "kata-" meaning "down" or "against" and "psuchó," meaning "to cool" or "to refresh." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "katapsuchó," the concept of refreshment can be found in Hebrew words like "נָחַם" (nacham), meaning to comfort or console, and "רוּחַ" (ruach), meaning spirit or breath, which can imply a refreshing wind or spirit. Usage: The verb "katapsuchó" is used to describe the act of cooling or refreshing something, often in a metaphorical sense. It implies a restoration or renewal of strength, spirit, or comfort. In the context of the New Testament, it can refer to the refreshing of one's spirit or the alleviation of distress. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of refreshing or cooling was often associated with relief from heat or exhaustion, both physically and spiritually. The Mediterranean climate, with its hot summers, made the idea of cooling particularly relevant. Spiritually, the notion of refreshment was significant in a world where travel was arduous and hospitality was a valued virtue. Refreshment could also imply a renewal of one's inner being, aligning with the broader biblical theme of spiritual renewal and rest. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kata and psuchó Definition to cool NASB Translation cool (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2711: καταψύχωκαταψύχω: 1 aorist κατεψυξα; to cool off (make) cool: Luke 16:24. (Genesis 18:4; Hippocrates, Aristotle, Theophrastus, Plutarch, others) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cool, refreshFrom kata and psucho; to cool down (off), i.e. Refresh -- cool. see GREEK kata see GREEK psucho Forms and Transliterations καταψύξατε καταψυξη καταψύξῃ καταψύχη κάτιδε κατιδείν katapsuxe katapsuxē katapsyxe katapsyxē katapsýxei katapsýxēiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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