Strong's Lexicon kataballó: To cast down, to throw down, to lay a foundation Original Word: καταβάλλω Word Origin: From the Greek words κατά (kata, meaning "down") and βάλλω (ballo, meaning "to throw" or "to cast"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of casting down or laying a foundation includes יָסַד (yasad, Strong's H3245), which means "to establish" or "to lay a foundation." Usage: The verb καταβάλλω primarily means "to cast down" or "to throw down." It is used in various contexts to describe the act of throwing something downwards, whether physically or metaphorically. In some instances, it can also refer to the act of laying a foundation, indicating the beginning of a construction process. This dual usage highlights both a destructive and constructive aspect, depending on the context. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the act of casting down could refer to a variety of actions, from the literal throwing down of objects to the metaphorical casting down of ideas or opponents. The concept of laying a foundation was significant in ancient construction practices, where a strong foundation was essential for the stability and longevity of a building. This duality of meaning reflects the broader cultural understanding of creation and destruction as interconnected processes. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kata and balló Definition to cast down NASB Translation laying (1), struck down (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2598: καταβάλλωκαταβάλλω: passive and middle present participle καταβαλλόμενος; 1 aorist passive κατεβλήθην; (from Homer down); the Sept. for הִפִּיל; 1. to cast down: τινα, passive, Revelation 12:10 Rec.; to throw to the ground, prostrate: passive, 2 Corinthians 4:9 (where the metaphor is taken from an athlete or combatant). 2. to put in a lower place: in the phrase θεμέλιον καταβάλλομαι, to lay (down) a foundation (Josephus, Antiquities 11, 4, 4; 15, 11, 3; Dionysius Halicarnassus, Antiquities 3, 69; others), Hebrews 6:1. From kata and ballo; to throw down -- cast down, lay. see GREEK kata see GREEK ballo Englishman's Concordance 2 Corinthians 4:9 V-PPM/P-NMPGRK: οὐκ ἐγκαταλειπόμενοι καταβαλλόμενοι ἀλλ' οὐκ NAS: but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; KJV: not forsaken; cast down, but not INT: not forsaken cast down but not Hebrews 6:1 V-PPM-NMP |
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