Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀπειλή”
Understanding apeilḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
X straitly, threatening. - a menace
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀπειλή
Phoneticap-i-lay'
Transliterationapeilḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
X straitly, threatening. - a menace
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 4:17 | “But that it spread no further among the people, let us straitly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this name.” Word: ἀπειλή (apeilḗ) | |
| Acts 4:29 | “And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word,” Word: ἀπειλή (apeilḗ) | |
| Acts 9:1 | “And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest,” Word: ἀπειλή (apeilḗ) | |
| Ephesians 6:9 | “And, ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening: knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him.” Word: ἀπειλή (apeilḗ) |