Strong's Lexicon hupantésis: Meeting, encounter Original Word: ὑπάντησις Word Origin: From the Greek verb ὑπαντάω (hupantaō), meaning "to meet" or "to encounter." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "hupantésis," the concept of meeting or encountering can be found in Hebrew words like קָרָא (qarah) or פָּגַע (paga), which also convey the idea of meeting or encountering. Usage: The term "hupantésis" refers to a meeting or encounter, often implying a purposeful or significant gathering. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a meeting that involves a welcoming or coming together, often with a sense of anticipation or preparation. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greco-Roman world, meetings or encounters were significant social events. They could involve formal greetings, the exchange of news, or the welcoming of a dignitary. The concept of meeting someone, especially in a formal or significant context, carried with it expectations of hospitality and honor. In the Jewish context, meetings could also have religious or ceremonial significance, such as gatherings for festivals or communal worship. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom hupantaó Definition a going to meet NASB Translation meet (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5222: ὑπάντησιςὑπάντησις, ὑπαντησεως, ἡ (ὑπαντάω), a going to meet: John 12:13, and L T Tr WH in Matthew 8:34 (Buttmann, § 146, 3) and Matthew 25:1 (cf. Buttmann, the passage cited). (Judges 11:34; Josephus, Antiquities 11, 8, 4; Appendix, b. c. 4, 6.) From hupantao; an encounter or concurrence (with eis for infinitive, in order to fall in with) -- meeting. see GREEK hupantao see GREEK eis Englishman's Concordance Matthew 8:34 N-AFSGRK: ἐξῆλθεν εἰς ὑπάντησιν τῷ Ἰησοῦ NAS: came out to meet Jesus; INT: went out to meet Jesus Matthew 25:1 N-AFS John 12:13 N-AFS |
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