Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀποδέχομαι”
Understanding apodéchomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
accept, receive (gladly). - to take fully, i.e. welcome (persons), approve (things)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀποδέχομαι
Phoneticap-od-ekh'-om-ahee
Transliterationapodéchomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
accept, receive (gladly). - to take fully, i.e. welcome (persons), approve (things)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 8:40 | “And it came to pass, that, when Jesus was returned, the people gladly received him: for they were all waiting for him.” Word: ἀποδέχομαι (apodéchomai) | |
| Acts 18:27 | “And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace:” Word: ἀποδέχομαι (apodéchomai) |