Strong's Lexicon anabole: Delay, postponement Original Word: ἀναβολή Word Origin: From the Greek verb ἀναβάλλω (anaballo), meaning "to throw up" or "to delay." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "anabole," the concept of delay can be found in Hebrew words such as מָהַהּ (mahah, Strong's H4102), meaning "to delay" or "to tarry." Usage: The term "anabole" refers to a delay or postponement. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe a deferment or a putting off of an event or action. This word is not frequently used in the New Testament, indicating a specific and deliberate choice when it appears. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of delay could be seen both positively and negatively. Delays could be strategic, allowing for more time to prepare or gather resources. However, they could also be seen as procrastination or avoidance. In the context of early Christianity, the idea of delay might relate to the anticipation of Christ's return or the fulfillment of God's promises, which required patience and faith from believers. 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). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance delay. From anaballomai; a putting off -- delay. see GREEK anaballomai 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 |
|
