Greek Word Study
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
G4035
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
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
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |