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The meaning of περιλείπω

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

Definition

remain. - to leave all around, i.e. (passively) survive

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περιλείπω

Phoneticper-ee-li'-po
Transliterationperileípō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

remain. - to leave all around, i.e. (passively) survive

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Thessalonians 4:15

For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.

Word: περιλείπω (perileípō)
1 Thessalonians 4:17

Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

Word: περιλείπω (perileípō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
1 Thessalonians
Book Distribution

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