Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπενδύομαι”
Understanding ependýomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice from ἐπί and ἐνδύω be clothed upon. - to invest upon oneself
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπενδύομαι
Phoneticep-en-doo'-om-ahee
Transliterationependýomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice from ἐπί and ἐνδύω be clothed upon. - to invest upon oneself
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 5:2 | “For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven:” Word: ἐπενδύομαι (ependýomai) | |
| 2 Corinthians 5:4 | “For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.” Word: ἐπενδύομαι (ependýomai) |