Strong's Lexicon megalunó: To magnify, to exalt, to make great Original Word: μεγαλύνω Word Origin: From the Greek word μέγας (megas), meaning "great" or "large." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H1431 (גָּדַל, gadal): To grow, become great, or magnify. This Hebrew verb is often used in the Old Testament to describe the act of making God's name great or exalting Him. Usage: The verb "megalunó" is used in the New Testament to express the act of making something great or exalting it. It can refer to both literal and metaphorical magnification. In a spiritual context, it often denotes the act of glorifying or praising God, making His name or deeds known and revered among people. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of magnifying or exalting was often associated with honoring deities, leaders, or heroes. In the Jewish tradition, magnifying God was a central aspect of worship and prayer, reflecting a deep reverence for His majesty and power. The use of "megalunó" in the New Testament reflects this cultural backdrop, emphasizing the importance of glorifying God in the life of believers. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom megas Definition to make or declare great NASB Translation displayed...great (1), enlarged (1), exalted (1), exalting (1), exalts (1), held...in high esteem (1), high esteem (1), lengthen (1), magnified (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3170: μεγαλύνωμεγαλύνω; imperfect ἐμεγαλυνον; passive (imperfect 3 person singular ἐμεγαλύνετο); 1 aorist infinitive μεγαλυνθῆναι; 1 future μεγαλυνθήσομαι; (μέγας); from (Aeschylus and) Thucydides down; the Sept. mostly for הִגְדִּיל; 1. to make great, magnify (Vulg.magnifico): τινα or τί, properly, of dimension, Matthew 23:5 (here A. V. enlarge); passive to increase: of bodily stature, ἐμεγαλύνθη τό παιδάριον, 1 Samuel 2:21; so in a figure, 2 Corinthians 10:15, of Paul, that his apostolic efficiency among the Corinthians may increase more and more and have more abundant results (others refer this to 2; see Meyer (edited by Heinrici) in the place cited). metaphorically, to make conspicious: Luke 1:58 (on which see ἔλεος, 2 a.). 2. to deem or declare great, i. e. to esteem highly, to extol, laud, celebrate: Luke 1:16; Acts 5:13; Acts 10:46; Acts 19:17. (often so in classical Greek also); passive equivalent to to get glory and praise: ἐν τίνι, in a thing, Philippians 1:20. From megas; to make (or declare) great, i.e. Increase or (figuratively) extol -- enlarge, magnify, shew great. see GREEK megas Englishman's Concordance Matthew 23:5 V-PIA-3PGRK: αὐτῶν καὶ μεγαλύνουσιν τὰ κράσπεδα NAS: their phylacteries and lengthen the tassels KJV: and enlarge the borders INT: of them and enlarge their tassles Luke 1:46 V-PIA-3S Luke 1:58 V-IIA-3S Acts 5:13 V-IIA-3S Acts 10:46 V-PPA-GMP Acts 19:17 V-IIM/P-3S 2 Corinthians 10:15 V-ANP Philippians 1:20 V-FIP-3S Strong's Greek 3170 |
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