The meaning of “προσπίπτω”
Understanding prospíptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
beat upon, fall (down) at (before). - to fall towards, i.e. (gently) prostrate oneself (in supplication or homage), or (...
προσπίπτω
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)
Occurrences in the Bible
| 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.” Word: προσπίπτω (prospíptō) | |
| 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.” Word: προσπίπτω (prospíptō) | |
| 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.” Word: προσπίπτω (prospíptō) | |
| Acts 16:29 | “Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas,” Word: προσπίπτω (prospíptō) |