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The meaning of περιαστράπτω

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

Definition

shine round (about). - to flash all around, i.e. envelop in light

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περιαστράπτω

Phoneticper-ee-as-trap'-to
Transliterationperiastráptō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

shine round (about). - to flash all around, i.e. envelop in light

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 9:3

And as he journeyed, he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven:

Word: περιαστράπτω (periastráptō)
Acts 22:6

And it came to pass, that, as I made my journey, and was come nigh unto Damascus about noon, suddenly there shone from heaven a great light round about me.

Word: περιαστράπτω (periastráptō)

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Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Acts
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