The meaning of “ἀναλαμβάνω”
Understanding analambánō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
receive up, take (in, unto, up). - to take up
ἀναλαμβάνω
receive up, take (in, unto, up). - to take up
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 16:19 | “So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.” Word: ἀναλαμβάνω (analambánō) | |
| Acts 10:16 | “This was done thrice: and the vessel was received up again into heaven.” Word: ἀναλαμβάνω (analambánō) | |
| Ephesians 6:16 | “Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.” Word: ἀναλαμβάνω (analambánō) | |
| 1 Timothy 3:16 | “And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory. ” Word: ἀναλαμβάνω (analambánō) | |
| 2 Timothy 4:11 | “Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry.” Word: ἀναλαμβάνω (analambánō) |