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Word Origin: Derived from a primary verb meaning "to traverse."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: H1980 (הָלַךְ, halak): To go, walk, come.
H3212 (יָלַךְ, yalak): To go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away.

These Hebrew terms similarly convey the concept of movement or journeying, often used in the Old Testament to describe the physical act of walking or traveling, as well as metaphorical journeys of faith and obedience.

Usage: The verb πορεύομαι is used in the New Testament to describe the act of going or traveling from one place to another. It often conveys the idea of purposeful movement or journeying, whether physically or metaphorically.

Context: The Greek verb πορεύομαι (poreuomai) appears frequently in the New Testament, illustrating both literal and figurative journeys. It is used to describe the physical act of traveling, as seen in the journeys of Jesus and His disciples. For example, in Matthew 2:9, the Magi "went" on their way to find the newborn King: "After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stood over the place where the child was."

Beyond physical travel, πορεύομαι is also employed metaphorically to describe spiritual or moral progress. In Luke 13:31, Jesus is warned by the Pharisees to "leave this place and go somewhere else," indicating a movement with purpose and intent. The term can also imply a journey of faith or obedience, as seen in the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."

The use of πορεύομαι underscores the dynamic nature of the Christian life, emphasizing movement towards a goal, whether it be spreading the Gospel, personal spiritual growth, or the pursuit of righteousness. It reflects the active and ongoing nature of faith, where believers are called to "go" and engage with the world around them.

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