Lexicon anabole: Delay, postponement Original Word: ἀναβολή Strong's Exhaustive Concordance delay. From anaballomai; a putting off -- delay. see GREEK anaballomai Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 311: ἀναβολήἀναβολή, (ῆς, ἡ (ἀναβάλλω, which see), often in Greek writings, a putting off, delay: ποιεῖσθαι ἀναβολήν to interpose (literally, make) delay, Acts 25:17 (as in Thucydides 2, 42; Dionysius Halicarnassus 11, 33; Plutarch, Camill c. 35). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἀναβάλλω (anaballō), which means "to throw up" or "to delay."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀναβολή, the concept of delay can be found in several Hebrew terms. One such term is מָהַהּ (mahah, Strong's Hebrew 4102), which means "to delay" or "to tarry." Another related term is אָרַךְ (arak, Strong's Hebrew 748), meaning "to prolong" or "to lengthen." These terms capture the essence of postponement or delay as seen in various Old Testament narratives and prophecies. Usage: The term ἀναβολή is used in the context of delaying or postponing an event or action. It is not frequently found in the New Testament but is more common in classical Greek literature. Context: The Greek term ἀναβολή, translated as "delay" or "postponement," is rooted in the verb ἀναβάλλω, which conveys the action of throwing or putting off. In the New Testament, the concept of delay is often associated with the timing of events, particularly in eschatological contexts where the fulfillment of prophecies or the return of Christ is anticipated. While ἀναβολή itself is not directly used in the Berean Standard Bible, the idea of delay is present in various passages that discuss the patience and timing of God's plans. For instance, in 2 Peter 3:9 (BSB), it is written, "The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance." This reflects the theological understanding that divine delays serve a purpose within God's redemptive plan. Forms and Transliterations αναβολή αναβολην αναβολήν ἀναβολὴν αναβολής αναβράσαι αναβράσσοντος anabolen anabolēn anabolḕnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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