χωρίζω
chōrizō (G5563)
to separate/leave
AI Word Study
The Greek word "χωρίζω" (chōrizō) is a verb that means "to separate" or "to leave." It is used in various contexts to convey the idea of physical or emotional distance. In its 13 occurrences in the Bible, "chōrizō" is often associated with movement and travel, suggesting a sense of departure or separation from one's original location or circumstances. The range of usage for "chōrizō" is quite broad, encompassing both literal and figurative meanings. For example, it can describe a physical separation, such as when someone leaves a place (Mark 1:38), or a spiritual separation, like when a person is cut off from God's presence (John 15:6). In some cases, "chōrizō" is used to emphasize a sense of abandonment or rejection, as in the case of a prophet being rejected by his people (Acts 7:39). The significance of "chōrizō" lies in its ability to convey a sense of separation that is both physical and emotional. It highlights the idea that our actions and choices can lead to a sense of disconnection from others, from God, or from our true selves. By examining the various uses of "chōrizō" in the Bible, we can gain a deeper understanding of the importance of relationships, community, and spiritual connection.
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So that they are no more two, but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, don’t let man tear apart.”
What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate.”
Being assembled together with them, he commanded them, “Don’t depart from Jerusalem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which you heard from me.
After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth.
He found a certain Jew named Aquila, a man of Pontus by race, who had recently come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla, because Claudius had commanded all the Jews to depart from Rome. He came to them,
Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Could oppression, or anguish, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?
nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from God’s love which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
But to the married I command—not I, but the Lord—that the wife not leave her husband
(but if she departs, let her remain unmarried, or else be reconciled to her husband), and that the husband not leave his wife.
Yet if the unbeliever departs, let there be separation. The brother or the sister is not under bondage in such cases, but God has called us in peace.
For perhaps he was therefore separated from you for a while, that you would have him forever,
For such a high priest was fitting for us: holy, guiltless, undefiled, separated from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;