◄ 872. aphoraó ►
Strong's Lexicon aphoraó: To look away from all else at one object, to fix one's eyes upon. Original Word: ἀφοράω Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: aphoraó Pronunciation: af-or-ah'-o Phonetic Spelling: (af-or-ah'-o) Definition: I look away from (something else) to, see distinctly. Meaning: To look away from all else at one object; to fix one's gaze upon. Word Origin: From the preposition ἀπό (apo, meaning "from") and the verb ὁράω (horaō, meaning "to see" or "to look"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀφοράω, the concept of fixing one's gaze or attention can be related to several Hebrew terms that convey similar ideas of looking or focusing, such as: - נָבַט (nabat, Strong's Hebrew 5027): To look, regard, or consider. - שָׁעָה (sha'ah, Strong's Hebrew 8159): To gaze, look intently, or pay attention. These Hebrew terms, like ἀφοράω, often carry the connotation of intentional focus or attention, particularly in a spiritual or worshipful context. Usage: The verb ἀφοράω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of focusing one's attention or gaze on a particular object or person, often implying a deliberate turning away from other distractions. Context: The Greek verb ἀφοράω appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the importance of focusing one's attention or gaze on a singular object or person, often with a spiritual or moral implication. The term is notably used in Hebrews 12:2, where believers are encouraged to "fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith." This usage underscores the necessity of maintaining a steadfast focus on Christ amidst life's challenges and distractions. In the cultural and historical context of the New Testament, the concept of fixing one's gaze was often associated with the idea of concentration and dedication. The act of looking away from other things to focus on one object suggests a prioritization of what is deemed most important. In the case of Hebrews 12:2, the exhortation is to prioritize Christ above all else, recognizing Him as the ultimate example and source of faith. Theologically, ἀφοράω conveys the idea of intentionality in the believer's spiritual journey. It implies a conscious decision to direct one's attention and life towards Christ, thereby fostering spiritual growth and perseverance. This focus is not merely a passive observation but an active engagement with the life and teachings of Jesus, leading to transformation and maturity in faith. HELPS Word-studies 872 aphoráō (from 575 /apó, "away from" and 3708 /horáō, "see") – properly, "looking away from all else, to fix one's gaze upon" (Abbott-Smith). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from apo and horaó Definition to look away from all else at NASB Translation fixing...eyes (1), see how (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 872: ἀφοράω ἀφοράω, ἀφόρω; to turn the eyes away from other things and fix them on something; cf. ἀποβλέπω. Tropically, to turn one's mind to: εἰς τινα, Hebrews 12:2 (Winer's Grammar, § 66, 2 d.) (εἰς Θεόν, 4 Macc. 17:10; for examples from Greek writings cf. Bleek on Heb. vol. ii. 2, p. 862). Further, cf. ἀπεῖδον. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance look. From apo and horao; to consider attentively -- look. see GREEK apo see GREEK horao Forms and Transliterations αφιδω ἀφίδω αφορία αφορωντες αφορώντες ἀφορῶντες aphido aphidō aphído aphídō aphorontes aphorôntes aphorōntes aphorō̂ntes Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Philippians 2:23 V-ASA-1S GRK: ὡς ἂν ἀφίδω τὰ περὶ NAS: him immediately, as soon as I see how things INT: when anyhow I shall have seen the things concerning Hebrews 12:2 V-PPA-NMP GRK: ἀφορῶντες εἰς τὸν NAS: fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author KJV: Looking unto Jesus INT: looking away to the Strong's Greek 872 2 Occurrences ἀφίδω — 1 Occ. ἀφορῶντες — 1 Occ.