Strong's Lexicon epidechomai: To receive, to accept, to welcome Original Word: ἐπιδέχομαι Word Origin: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, meaning "upon" or "over") and the verb δέχομαι (dechomai, meaning "to receive" or "to accept"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἐπιδέχομαι, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words like קָבַל (qabal, Strong's H6901) meaning "to receive" or "to accept," and לָקַח (laqach, Strong's H3947) meaning "to take" or "to receive." Usage: The verb ἐπιδέχομαι is used in the New Testament to convey the act of receiving or accepting something or someone with a sense of welcome or approval. It implies a readiness to embrace or acknowledge what is being offered or presented. This term can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, often highlighting an openness or willingness to accept. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, hospitality and the act of receiving guests were highly valued. The concept of receiving someone warmly was not only a social expectation but also a reflection of one's character and honor. In the Jewish context, receiving a prophet or a righteous person was seen as a way to participate in their mission and blessings. The early Christian community emphasized the importance of welcoming others, reflecting the teachings of Jesus on love and acceptance. HELPS Word-studies 1926 epidé 1926/epidé [1926 (epidéxomai) is an intensified form of 1325/de NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epi and dechomai Definition to accept as true, to receive besides NASB Translation accept (1), receive (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1926: ἐπιδέχομαιἐπιδέχομαι; (from Herodotus down); 1. to receive hospitably: τινα, 3 John 1:10 (Polybius 22, 1, 3). 2. to admit, i. e. not to reject": τινα, one's authority, 3 John 1:9 (τούς λόγους, 1 Macc. 10:46; παιδείαν, Sir. 51:26). (Cf. δέχομαι, at the end.) From epi and dechomai; to admit (as a guest or (figuratively) teacher) -- receive. see GREEK epi see GREEK dechomai Englishman's Concordance 3 John 1:9 V-PIM/P-3SGRK: Διοτρέφης οὐκ ἐπιδέχεται ἡμᾶς NAS: who loves to be first among them, does not accept what we say. KJV: among them, receiveth us INT: Diotrephes not receives us 3 John 1:10 V-PIM/P-3S |
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