σύν
sun
with
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredBased on the provided data, the Greek word "σύν" (sun) is a very common preposition in the New Testament, appearing 131 times. Its basic definition is "with," indicating proximity, accompaniment, or association. This preposition can be used in a wide range of contexts, including physical coexistence, shared actions, and close relationships. Its frequency and versatility suggest that "σύν" played a crucial role in conveying complex social dynamics and relationships in ancient Greek. From describing physical proximity (e.g., "sitting" or "walking" with someone) to expressing solidarity and companionship (e.g., "fighting" or "suffering" with someone), this preposition was essential for conveying the nuances of human interaction. The prominence of "σύν" in the New Testament highlights its significance in early Christian discourse. It may have been used to emphasize the idea of shared identity, community, or shared experience. By studying this preposition, we can gain a deeper understanding of how ancient Greeks and early Christians understood and expressed relationships, which can provide valuable insights into the social and cultural context of the time.
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Occurrences in Scripture
131 total occurrences across the text — showing 50
You ought therefore to have deposited my money with the bankers, and at my coming I should have received back my own with interest.
Matthew 26:35Peter said to him, “Even if I must die with you, I will not deny you.” All of the disciples also said likewise.
Matthew 27:38Then there were two robbers crucified with him, one on his right hand and one on the left.
Matthew 27:44The robbers also who were crucified with him cast on him the same reproach.
Mark 2:26How he entered into God’s house at the time of Abiathar the high priest, and ate the show bread, which is not lawful to eat except for the priests, and gave also to those who were with him?”
Mark 4:10When he was alone, those who were around him with the twelve asked him about the parables.
Luke 5:9For he was amazed, and all who were with him, at the catch of fish which they had caught;
Mark 8:34He called the multitude to himself with his disciples, and said to them, “Whoever wants to come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Mark 9:4Elijah and Moses appeared to them, and they were talking with Jesus.
Mark 15:27With him they crucified two robbers; one on his right hand, and one on his left.
Mark 15:32Let the Christ, the King of Israel, now come down from the cross, that we may see and believe him.” Those who were crucified with him also insulted him.
Luke 1:56Mary stayed with her about three months, and then returned to her house.
Luke 2:5to enroll himself with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him as wife, being pregnant.
Luke 2:13Suddenly, there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly army praising God, and saying,
Luke 5:19Not finding a way to bring him in because of the multitude, they went up to the housetop, and let him down through the tiles with his cot into the middle before Jesus.
Luke 7:6Jesus went with them. When he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying to him, “Lord, don’t trouble yourself, for I am not worthy for you to come under my roof.
Luke 7:12Now when he came near to the gate of the city, behold, one who was dead was carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. Many people of the city were with her.
Luke 8:1Soon afterwards, he went about through cities and villages, preaching and bringing the good news of God’s Kingdom. With him were the twelve,
Luke 8:38But the man from whom the demons had gone out begged him that he might go with him, but Jesus sent him away, saying,
Luke 8:51When he came to the house, he didn’t allow anyone to enter in, except Peter, John, James, the father of the child, and her mother.
Luke 9:32Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep, but when they were fully awake, they saw his glory, and the two men who stood with him.
Luke 24:21But we were hoping that it was he who would redeem Israel. Yes, and besides all this, it is now the third day since these things happened.
Luke 19:23Then why didn’t you deposit my money in the bank, and at my coming, I might have earned interest on it?’
Luke 20:1On one of those days, as he was teaching the people in the temple and preaching the Good News, the priests and scribes came to him with the elders.
Luke 22:14When the hour had come, he sat down with the twelve apostles.
Luke 22:56A certain servant girl saw him as he sat in the light, and looking intently at him, said, “This man also was with him.”
Luke 23:11Herod with his soldiers humiliated him and mocked him. Dressing him in luxurious clothing, they sent him back to Pilate.
Luke 23:32There were also others, two criminals, led with him to be put to death.
Luke 23:35The people stood watching. The rulers with them also scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others. Let him save himself, if this is the Christ of God, his chosen one!”
Luke 24:1But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they and some others came to the tomb, bringing the spices which they had prepared.
Luke 24:10Now they were Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Mary the mother of James. The other women with them told these things to the apostles.
John 12:2So they made him a supper there. Martha served, but Lazarus was one of those who sat at the table with him.
Luke 24:24Some of us went to the tomb, and found it just like the women had said, but they didn’t see him.”
Luke 24:29They urged him, saying, “Stay with us, for it is almost evening, and the day is almost over.” He went in to stay with them.
Luke 24:33They rose up that very hour, returned to Jerusalem, and found the eleven gathered together, and those who were with them,
Luke 24:44He said to them, “This is what I told you, while I was still with you, that all things which are written in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms, concerning me must be fulfilled.”
John 18:1When Jesus had spoken these words, he went out with his disciples over the brook Kidron, where there was a garden, into which he and his disciples entered.
Acts 11:12The Spirit told me to go with them, without discriminating. These six brothers also accompanied me, and we entered into the man’s house.
John 21:3Simon Peter said to them, “I’m going fishing.” They told him, “We are also coming with you.” They immediately went out, and entered into the boat. That night, they caught nothing.
Acts 1:14All these with one accord continued steadfastly in prayer and supplication, along with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.
Acts 1:14All these with one accord continued steadfastly in prayer and supplication, along with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.
Acts 1:22beginning from the baptism of John, to the day that he was received up from us, of these one must become a witness with us of his resurrection.”
Acts 2:14But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and spoke out to them, “You men of Judea, and all you who dwell at Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to my words.
Acts 3:4Peter, fastening his eyes on him, with John, said, “Look at us.”
Acts 3:8Leaping up, he stood and began to walk. He entered with them into the temple, walking, leaping, and praising God.
Acts 4:13Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and had perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marveled. They recognized that they had been with Jesus.
Acts 4:14Seeing the man who was healed standing with them, they could say nothing against it.
Acts 4:27“For truly, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles and the people of Israel, were gathered together against your holy servant, Jesus, whom you anointed,
Acts 5:1But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira, his wife, sold a possession,
Acts 5:17But the high priest rose up, and all those who were with him (which is the sect of the Sadducees), and they were filled with jealousy