The meaning of “ἀποδείκνυμι”
Understanding apodeíknymi reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(ap-)prove, set forth, shew. - to show off, i.e. exhibit - figuratively, to demonstrate, i.e. accredit
ἀποδείκνυμι
(ap-)prove, set forth, shew. - to show off, i.e. exhibit - figuratively, to demonstrate, i.e. accredit
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 2:22 | “Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know:” Word: ἀποδείκνυμι (apodeíknymi) | |
| Acts 25:7 | “And when he was come, the Jews which came down from Jerusalem stood round about, and laid many and grievous complaints against Paul, which they could not prove.” Word: ἀποδείκνυμι (apodeíknymi) | |
| 1 Corinthians 4:9 | “For I think that God hath set forth us the apostles last, as it were appointed to death: for we are made a spectacle unto the world, and to angels, and to men.” Word: ἀποδείκνυμι (apodeíknymi) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 2:4 | “Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God.” Word: ἀποδείκνυμι (apodeíknymi) |