Strong's Lexicon anachusis: Outpouring, shedding Original Word: ἀνάχυσις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἀναχέω (anachéō), meaning "to pour out" or "to shed." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of outpouring is יָצַק (yatsaq), which means "to pour out" or "to cast." Another related term is שָׁפַךְ (shaphak), meaning "to pour out" or "to shed." Usage: The term "anachusis" refers to the act of pouring out or shedding, often used in the context of liquids such as blood or water. In a biblical context, it can denote the outpouring of emotions, spirit, or divine blessings. The word captures the idea of abundance and generosity, often associated with divine actions or responses. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of pouring out was significant in both religious and secular contexts. Libations, or liquid offerings, were a common practice in Greek religious rituals, symbolizing devotion and communication with the divine. In the biblical context, the idea of outpouring is often linked to God's blessings, the Holy Spirit, or the sacrificial shedding of blood, which holds deep theological significance in both the Old and New Testaments. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom anacheó (to pour out) Definition a pouring out, overflow NASB Translation excesses (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 401: ἀνάχυσιςἀνάχυσις, ἀναχυσεως, ἡ (ἀναχέω (to pour forth)), rare in Greek writings (Strabo, Philo, Plutarch; ἀνχυσις ψυχῆς, in a good sense, Philo de decal. § 10 middle); an overflowing, a pouring out: metaphorically, 1 Peter 4:4 ἀσωτίας ἀνάχυσις the excess (flood) of riot in which a dissolute life pours itself forth. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance excess. From a comparative of ana and cheo (to pour); properly, effusion, i.e. (figuratively) license -- excess. see GREEK ana Forms and Transliterations αναχυσιν ανάχυσιν ἀνάχυσιν anachusin anachysin anáchysinLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |