900. bathunó

Lexicon

bathunó: To deepen, to make deep

Original Word: βαθύνω
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: bathunó
Pronunciation: bah-thoo'-no
Phonetic Spelling: (bath-oo'-no)
Definition: To deepen, to make deep
Meaning: I deepen, excavate.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

deep.

From bathus; to deepen -- deep.

see GREEK bathus

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from bathus
Definition
to deepen
NASB Translation
deep (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 900: βαθύνω

βαθύνω: (impf ἐβαθυνον); (βαθύς); to make deep: Luke 6:48, where ἔσκαψε καί ἐβάθυνε is not used for βαθέως ἔσκαψε, but ἐβάθυνε expresses the continuation of the work (he dug and deepened i. e. went deep); cf. Winers Grammar, § 54, 5. (In Greek writings from Homer down.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from βαθύς (bathys), meaning "deep" or "profound."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for βαθύνω, the concept of depth and deepening can be found in several Hebrew words, such as:

- עָמַק (ʿamaq) • Strong's Hebrew 6013: To be deep, profound.
- תְּהוֹם (tehom) • Strong's Hebrew 8415: Deep, abyss, often used to describe the depths of the sea or the earth.

These Hebrew terms similarly convey the idea of depth, whether in a physical or metaphorical sense, and are used in the Old Testament to describe both the physical world and the depth of God's wisdom and knowledge.

Usage: The verb βαθύνω is used in the context of making something deeper, either literally or metaphorically. It can refer to physical depth or to a deepening of understanding, emotion, or spiritual insight.

Context: The Greek verb βαθύνω (bathynō) appears in the New Testament with the connotation of deepening or making something profound. While the term itself is not frequently used in the New Testament, its root, βαθύς (bathys), is more commonly encountered, often describing physical depth or metaphorical profundity.

In the context of biblical literature, βαθύνω can be understood as an action that involves increasing depth, whether it be in the soil, water, or in the understanding of spiritual truths. The concept of deepening is significant in biblical teachings, where believers are often encouraged to deepen their faith and understanding of God's word.

For example, in the parable of the sower, the idea of depth is crucial for the seed to take root and grow. While the specific verb βαθύνω is not used in this parable, the underlying principle of needing depth for growth is evident. This metaphorical use aligns with the broader biblical theme of seeking a deeper relationship with God and a more profound understanding of His teachings.

In the Berean Standard Bible, the emphasis on deepening one's spiritual life can be seen in passages that encourage believers to grow in wisdom and understanding. Although the exact term βαθύνω may not appear, the concept is woven throughout the teachings of the New Testament, urging believers to cultivate a deep and abiding faith.

Forms and Transliterations

βαθύνατε εβαθύνατε εβάθυνε εβαθυνεν ἐβάθυνεν εβαθύνθησαν ebathunen ebathynen ebáthynen

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 6:48 V-AIA-3S
GRK: ἔσκαψεν καὶ ἐβάθυνεν καὶ ἔθηκεν
NAS: who dug deep and laid a foundation
KJV: and digged deep, and laid
INT: dug and deepened and laid

Strong's Greek 900
1 Occurrence

ἐβάθυνεν — 1 Occ.