Word Study

The meaning of ἐκβολή

Understanding ekbolḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

G1546
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance

ἐκβολή

Phoneticek-bol-ay'
Transliterationekbolḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

+ lighten the ship. - ejection, i.e. (specially) a throwing overboard of the cargo

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 27:18

And we being exceedingly tossed with a tempest, the next day they lightened the ship;

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
1x
Most Frequent Book
Acts
Book Distribution
Acts1

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Greek meaning of 'ἐκβολή' deepen your understanding of Acts 27:18?