Strong's Lexicon epineuó: To nod in agreement, to consent, to approve Original Word: ἐπινεύω Word Origin: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, meaning "upon" or "over") and νεύω (neuó, meaning "to nod" or "to incline") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἐπινεύω, the concept of divine approval or consent can be related to Hebrew terms like רָצָה (ratsah, Strong's H7521), meaning "to be pleased with" or "to accept." Usage: The verb ἐπινεύω is used to express the act of nodding in agreement or giving consent. It conveys a sense of approval or affirmation, often in response to a request or proposal. In the context of the New Testament, it can imply a divine or authoritative approval, reflecting God's will or the agreement of a community or individual. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, nodding was a common non-verbal gesture to indicate agreement or consent. This gesture was understood across various contexts, from everyday interactions to formal agreements. In the Greco-Roman world, where oral communication and public speaking were highly valued, such gestures played a significant role in conveying meaning and intention. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epi and neuó Definition to nod approval NASB Translation consent (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1962: ἐπινεύωἐπινεύω: 1 aorist ἐπένευσα; from Homer down; to nod to; tropically, (by a nod) to express approval, to assent: Acts 18:20, as often in Greek writings. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance consent. From epi and neuo; to nod at, i.e. (by implication) to assent -- consent. see GREEK epi see GREEK neuo Forms and Transliterations επενευσεν επένευσεν ἐπένευσεν επενόησε επινεύει epeneusen epéneusenLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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