Berean Strong's Lexicon apelaunó: To drive away, to send away, to expel Original Word: ἀπελαύνω Word Origin: From the Greek prefix ἀπό (apo, meaning "from" or "away") and the verb ἐλαύνω (elaunó, meaning "to drive" or "to push"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent concepts can be found in words like גָּרַשׁ (garash, Strong's Hebrew 1644), which means "to drive out" or "to expel," often used in the context of expelling inhabitants from a land or driving out enemies. Usage: The verb ἀπελαύνω (apelaunó) is used to describe the action of driving away or expelling something or someone. It conveys a sense of forceful removal or dismissal. In the context of the New Testament, it can be used both literally and metaphorically, often implying a decisive action to remove an obstacle or an unwanted presence. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of driving away or expelling was common in various contexts, from military actions to social and religious practices. The act of expelling could be seen in the context of purifying a community or removing threats. In Jewish culture, the idea of expelling unclean spirits or influences was significant, reflecting the desire for spiritual purity and alignment with God's will. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom apo and elaunó Definition to drive away NASB Translation drove...away (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 556: ἀπελαύνωἀπελαύνω: 1 aorist ἀπήλασα; to drive away, drive off: Acts 18:16. (common in Greek writings.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance drive away. From apo and elauno; to dismiss -- drive. see GREEK apo see GREEK elauno Forms and Transliterations απελάσω απηλασεν απήλασεν ἀπήλασεν apelasen apēlasen apḗlasenLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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