The meaning of “ῥίπτω”
Understanding rhíptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a primary verb (perhaps rather akin to the base of ῥαπίζω, through the idea of sudden motion) cast (down, out), scatter ...
ῥίπτω
a primary verb (perhaps rather akin to the base of ῥαπίζω, through the idea of sudden motion) cast (down, out), scatter abroad, throw. - to fling (properly, with a quick toss, thus differing from βάλλω, which denotes a deliberate hurl - and from (see in ἐκτείνω), which indicates an extended projection) - by qualification, to deposit (as if a load) - by extension, to disperse
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 15:30 | “And great multitudes came unto him, having with them those that were lame, blind, dumb, maimed, and many others, and cast them down at Jesus’ feet; and he healed them:” Word: ῥίπτω (rhíptō) | |
| Luke 17:2 | “It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.” Word: ῥίπτω (rhíptō) | |
| Acts 27:29 | “Then fearing lest we should have fallen upon rocks, they cast four anchors out of the stern, and wished for the day.” Word: ῥίπτω (rhíptō) |