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The meaning of παραπλέω

Understanding parapléō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

sail by. - to sail near

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παραπλέω

Phoneticpar-ap-leh'-o
Transliterationparapléō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

sail by. - to sail near

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 20:16

For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.

Word: παραπλέω (parapléō)

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Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Acts
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