ταχύ
tachu
quickly
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ταχύ (tachu) is a term that conveys the idea of speed or rapidity. Its short definition is "quickly," indicating that it is used to describe actions or events that occur swiftly. With 10 occurrences in the Bible, ταχύ is a relatively common word that appears in various contexts. The usage of ταχύ suggests that it is often employed to describe physical actions, such as running or moving quickly (e.g., Luke 15:4-6). However, it can also be used to describe the swiftness of a process or a situation, such as the arrival of a person or an event (e.g., Luke 15:13). The word's significance lies in its ability to convey a sense of urgency or promptness, which can be important in various contexts, including everyday life and spiritual experiences.
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Occurrences in Scripture
10 total occurrences across the text
Go quickly and tell his disciples, ‘He has risen from the dead, and behold, he goes before you into Galilee; there you will see him.’ Behold, I have told you.”
Matthew 28:8They departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, and ran to bring his disciples word.
Mark 9:39But Jesus said, “Don’t forbid him, for there is no one who will do a mighty work in my name, and be able quickly to speak evil of me.
Mark 16:8They went out, and fled from the tomb, for trembling and astonishment had come on them. They said nothing to anyone; for they were afraid.
John 11:29When she heard this, she arose quickly and went to him.
Revelation 2:16Repent therefore, or else I am coming to you quickly, and I will make war against them with the sword of my mouth.
Revelation 3:11I am coming quickly! Hold firmly that which you have, so that no one takes your crown.
Revelation 11:14The second woe is past. Behold, the third woe comes quickly.
Revelation 22:7“Behold, I come quickly. Blessed is he who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book.”
Revelation 22:20He who testifies these things says, “Yes, I come quickly.” Amen! Yes, come, Lord Jesus.