The meaning of “σύρω”
Understanding sýrō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
probably akin to αἱρέομαι drag, draw, hale. - to trail
σύρω
probably akin to αἱρέομαι drag, draw, hale. - to trail
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 21:8 | “And the other disciples came in a little ship; (for they were not far from land, but as it were two hundred cubits,) dragging the net with fishes.” Word: σύρω (sýrō) | |
| Acts 8:3 | “As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison.” Word: σύρω (sýrō) | |
| Acts 14:19 | “And there came thither certain Jews from Antioch and Iconium, who persuaded the people, and, having stoned Paul, drew him out of the city, supposing he had been dead.” Word: σύρω (sýrō) | |
| Acts 17:6 | “And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also;” Word: σύρω (sýrō) | |
| Revelation 12:4 | “And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born.” Word: σύρω (sýrō) |