The meaning of “ἀνθίστημι”
Understanding anthístēmi reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
resist, withstand. - to stand against, i.e. oppose
ἀνθίστημι
resist, withstand. - to stand against, i.e. oppose
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 5:39 | “But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.” Word: ἀνθίστημι (anthístēmi) | |
| Luke 21:15 | “For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries shall not be able to gainsay nor resist.” Word: ἀνθίστημι (anthístēmi) | |
| Acts 13:8 | “But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turn away the deputy from the faith.” Word: ἀνθίστημι (anthístēmi) | |
| Romans 13:2 | “Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.” Word: ἀνθίστημι (anthístēmi) | |
| Galatians 2:11 | “But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.” Word: ἀνθίστημι (anthístēmi) |