The meaning of “περιαιρέω”
Understanding periairéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
take away (up). - to remove all around, i.e. unveil, cast off (anchor) - figuratively, to expiate
περιαιρέω
take away (up). - to remove all around, i.e. unveil, cast off (anchor) - figuratively, to expiate
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 27:20 | “And when neither sun nor stars in many days appeared, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope that we should be saved was then taken away.” Word: περιαιρέω (periairéō) | |
| Acts 27:40 | “And when they had taken up the anchors, they committed themselves unto the sea, and loosed the rudder bands, and hoised up the mainsail to the wind, and made toward shore.” Word: περιαιρέω (periairéō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 3:16 | “Nevertheless when it shall turn to the Lord, the vail shall be taken away.” Word: περιαιρέω (periairéō) | |
| Hebrews 10:11 | “And every priest standeth daily ministering and offering oftentimes the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins:” Word: περιαιρέω (periairéō) |