The meaning of “ἐμπίπτω”
Understanding empíptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
fall among (into). - to fall on, i.e. (literally) to be entrapped by, or (figuratively) be overwhelmed with
ἐμπίπτω
fall among (into). - to fall on, i.e. (literally) to be entrapped by, or (figuratively) be overwhelmed with
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:11 | “And he said unto them, What man shall there be among you, that shall have one sheep, and if it fall into a pit on the sabbath day, will he not lay hold on it, and lift it out?” Word: ἐμπίπτω (empíptō) | |
| Luke 14:5 | “And answered them, saying, Which of you shall have an ass or an ox fallen into a pit, and will not straightway pull him out on the sabbath day?” Word: ἐμπίπτω (empíptō) | |
| 1 Timothy 3:7 | “Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.” Word: ἐμπίπτω (empíptō) | |
| Hebrews 10:31 | “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.” Word: ἐμπίπτω (empíptō) |