Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκπλέω”
Understanding ekpléō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sail (away, thence). - to depart by ship
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκπλέω
Phoneticek-pleh'-o
Transliterationekpléō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sail (away, thence). - to depart by ship
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 15:39 | “And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;” Word: ἐκπλέω (ekpléō) | |
| Acts 18:18 | “And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he had a vow.” Word: ἐκπλέω (ekpléō) | |
| Acts 20:6 | “And we sailed away from Philippi after the days of unleavened bread, and came unto them to Troas in five days; where we abode seven days.” Word: ἐκπλέω (ekpléō) |