The meaning of “προσπίπτω”

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

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Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

προσπίπτω

Phoneticpros-pip'-to

Transliterationprospíptō

Grammar Code

G:V

Greek Verb

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

beat upon, fall (down) at (before). - to fall towards, i.e. (gently) prostrate oneself (in supplication or homage), or (violently) to rush upon (in storm)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

8 total references

Reference	Text
Matthew 7:25	“And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock.”
Mark 5:33	“But the woman fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came and fell down before him, and told him all the truth.”
Luke 8:28	“When he saw Jesus, he cried out, and fell down before him, and with a loud voice said, What have I to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God most high? I beseech thee, torment me not.”
Acts 16:29	“Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas,”

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Mark

Book Distribution

Matthew1

Mark3

Luke3

Acts1

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