The meaning of “ἀποκρύπτω”
Understanding apokrýptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
hide. - to conceal away (i.e. fully) - figuratively, to keep secret
ἀποκρύπτω
hide. - to conceal away (i.e. fully) - figuratively, to keep secret
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 25:18 | “But he that had received one went and digged in the earth, and hid his lord’s money.” Word: ἀποκρύπτω (apokrýptō) | |
| Luke 10:21 | “In that hour Jesus rejoiced in spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes: even so, Father; for so it seemed good in thy sight.” Word: ἀποκρύπτω (apokrýptō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 2:7 | “But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, even the hidden wisdom, which God ordained before the world unto our glory:” Word: ἀποκρύπτω (apokrýptō) | |
| Ephesians 3:9 | “And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ:” Word: ἀποκρύπτω (apokrýptō) | |
| Colossians 1:26 | “Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints:” Word: ἀποκρύπτω (apokrýptō) |