Biblica Analytica

ἐκπέμπω

ekpempō (G1599)

to send away/out

2 verses 1 books OT 0 / NT 2
AI Word Study

The Greek word ἐκπέμπω (ekpempō) is a verb that means "to send away" or "to send out." Its semantic domain is Movement & Travel, indicating that it is primarily used in contexts related to movement or departure. The word is used only twice in the Bible, suggesting that it is a relatively rare or specialized term. However, its meaning is straightforward, and it can be translated as "to send away" or "to send out" in various contexts. This verb could be used to describe sending someone or something away from a place, or to describe sending a message or instruction to someone. Given its limited occurrences in the Bible, the significance of ἐκπέμπω may be more nuanced than its meaning suggests. Its rarity may indicate that it is used in specific contexts or genres of writing, such as in official or formal communication. Further whatever the context, the action of sending away or sending out is a fundamental aspect of human experience, and this verb provides a precise way to describe this action in Greek.

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Acts 13:4

So, being sent out by the Holy Spirit, they went down to Seleucia. From there they sailed to Cyprus.

Acts 17:10

The brothers immediately sent Paul and Silas away by night to Beroea. When they arrived, they went into the Jewish synagogue.