The meaning of “εἰσφέρω”
Understanding eisphérō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
bring (in), lead into. - to carry inward (literally or figuratively)
εἰσφέρω
bring (in), lead into. - to carry inward (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 6:13 | “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.” Word: εἰσφέρω (eisphérō) | |
| Luke 5:19 | “And when they could not find by what way they might bring him in because of the multitude, they went upon the housetop, and let him down through the tiling with his couch into the midst before Jesus.” Word: εἰσφέρω (eisphérō) | |
| Acts 17:20 | “For thou bringest certain strange things to our ears: we would know therefore what these things mean.” Word: εἰσφέρω (eisphérō) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:7 | “For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.” Word: εἰσφέρω (eisphérō) | |
| Hebrews 13:11 | “For the bodies of those beasts, whose blood is brought into the sanctuary by the high priest for sin, are burned without the camp.” Word: εἰσφέρω (eisphérō) |