Biblica Analytica

ἐπίκειμαι

epikeimai (G1945)

to lay on

7 verses 5 books OT 0 / NT 7
AI Word Study

The Greek word ἐπίκειμαι (epikeimai) is a verb that means "to lay on." This physical action can be applied in various contexts, such as placing something on top of another object or person. The 7 occurrences of this word in the Bible suggest a range of usage that is not overly extensive, but still significant. In terms of significance, the fact that ἐπίκειμαι is used in the Bible at all implies that the concept of laying something on is considered important or noteworthy. This could be due to the physical or symbolic nature of the action, or both. The limited number of occurrences may indicate that the word is used in specific, perhaps nuanced or high-stakes situations, where the act of laying something on holds particular weight. Overall, the word ἐπίκειμαι provides a glimpse into the physical and symbolic actions that were considered significant in ancient Greek and biblical contexts. Its limited usage suggests a focused application, and its meaning as "to lay on" invites further exploration of the various contexts in which this action was performed or referenced.

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Luke 5:1

Now while the multitude pressed on him and heard the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret.

Luke 23:23

But they were urgent with loud voices, asking that he might be crucified. Their voices and the voices of the chief priests prevailed.

John 11:38

Jesus therefore, again groaning in himself, came to the tomb. Now it was a cave, and a stone lay against it.

John 21:9

So when they got out on the land, they saw a fire of coals there, with fish and bread laid on it.

Acts 27:20

When neither sun nor stars shone on us for many days, and no small storm pressed on us, all hope that we would be saved was now taken away.

1 Corinthians 9:16

For if I preach the Good News, I have nothing to boast about; for necessity is laid on me; but woe is to me if I don’t preach the Good News.

Hebrews 9:10

being only (with meats and drinks and various washings) fleshly ordinances, imposed until a time of reformation.