The meaning of “ἀναπαύω”
Understanding anapaúō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
take ease, refresh, (give, take) rest. - (reflexively) to repose (literally or figuratively (be exempt), remain) - by im...
ἀναπαύω
take ease, refresh, (give, take) rest. - (reflexively) to repose (literally or figuratively (be exempt), remain) - by implication, to refresh
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:45 | “Then cometh he to his disciples, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: behold, the hour is at hand, and the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.” Word: ἀναπαύω (anapaúō) | |
| Mark 14:41 | “And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.” Word: ἀναπαύω (anapaúō) | |
| Luke 12:19 | “And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry.” Word: ἀναπαύω (anapaúō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 16:18 | “For they have refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such.” Word: ἀναπαύω (anapaúō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 7:13 | “Therefore we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you all.” Word: ἀναπαύω (anapaúō) |