The meaning of “ἔσω”
Understanding ésō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(with-)in(-ner, -to, -ward). - inside (as preposition or adjective)
ἔσω
(with-)in(-ner, -to, -ward). - inside (as preposition or adjective)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:58 | “But Peter followed him afar off unto the high priest’s palace, and went in, and sat with the servants, to see the end.” Word: ἔσω (ésō) | |
| Mark 15:16 | “And the soldiers led him away into the hall, called Pretorium; and they call together the whole band.” Word: ἔσω (ésō) | |
| John 20:26 | “And after eight days again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them: then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said, Peace be unto you.” Word: ἔσω (ésō) | |
| Acts 5:23 | “Saying, The prison truly found we shut with all safety, and the keepers standing without before the doors: but when we had opened, we found no man within.” Word: ἔσω (ésō) | |
| Romans 7:22 | “For I delight in the law of God after the inward man:” Word: ἔσω (ésō) |