Strong's Lexicon epididómi: To give, to deliver, to hand over, to grant Original Word: ἐπιδίδωμι Word Origin: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, meaning "upon" or "over") and δίδωμι (didómi, meaning "to give"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often used in similar contexts is נָתַן (natan), which means "to give" or "to deliver." Usage: The verb "epididómi" is used in the New Testament to convey the act of giving or delivering something to someone. It often implies a transfer of responsibility or authority, or the granting of a request. The term can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as handing over physical objects or entrusting someone with a task or role. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the act of giving or delivering something was often associated with social and legal obligations. The concept of "epididómi" would have been understood in the context of patron-client relationships, where patrons would grant favors or resources to clients, who in turn owed loyalty and service. This cultural backdrop highlights the significance of trust and responsibility inherent in the act of giving or delivering. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epi and didómi Definition to give over, give way NASB Translation delivered (1), gave (1), gave way (1), give (4), giving (1), handed (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1929: ἐπιδίδωμιἐπιδίδωμι: 3 person singular imperfect ἐπεδίδου; future ἐπιδώσω; 1 aorist ἐπέδωκα; 2 aorist participle plural ἐπιδόντες; 1 aorist passive ἐπεδοθην; (from Homer down); to give over; 1. to hand, give by handing: τινα τί, Matthew 7:9; Luke 11:11; Luke 24:30, 42; John 13:26 (R G L); Acts 15:30; passive Luke 4:17. 2. to give over, i. e. give up to the power or will of one (German preisgeben): Acts 27:15 (namely, ἑαυτούς or τό πλοῖον τῷ ἀνέμῳ). From epi and didomi; to give over (by hand or surrender) -- deliver unto, give, let (+ (her drive)), offer. see GREEK epi see GREEK didomi Englishman's Concordance Matthew 7:9 V-FIA-3SGRK: μὴ λίθον ἐπιδώσει αὐτῷ NAS: for a loaf, will give him a stone? INT: not a stone will he give him Matthew 7:10 V-FIA-3S Luke 4:17 V-AIP-3S Luke 11:11 V-FIA-3S Luke 11:12 V-FIA-3S Luke 24:30 V-IIA-3S Luke 24:42 V-AIA-3P Acts 15:30 V-AIA-3P Acts 27:15 V-APA-NMP Strong's Greek 1929 |