Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπιμελέομαι”
Understanding epimeléomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice from ἐπί and the same as μέλω take care of. - to care for (physically or otherwise)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπιμελέομαι
Phoneticep-ee-mel-eh'-om-ahee
Transliterationepimeléomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice from ἐπί and the same as μέλω take care of. - to care for (physically or otherwise)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 10:34 | “And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him.” Word: ἐπιμελέομαι (epimeléomai) | |
| Luke 10:35 | “And on the morrow when he departed, he took out two pence, and gave them to the host, and said unto him, Take care of him; and whatsoever thou spendest more, when I come again, I will repay thee.” Word: ἐπιμελέομαι (epimeléomai) | |
| 1 Timothy 3:5 | “(For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?)” Word: ἐπιμελέομαι (epimeléomai) |