Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀποφθέγγομαι”
Understanding apophthéngomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
say, speak forth, utterance. - to enunciate plainly, i.e. declare
G669
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀποφθέγγομαι
Phoneticap-of-theng'-om-ahee
Transliterationapophthéngomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
say, speak forth, utterance. - to enunciate plainly, i.e. declare
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 2:4 | “And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.” Word: ἀποφθέγγομαι (apophthéngomai) | |
| Acts 2:14 | “But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words:” Word: ἀποφθέγγομαι (apophthéngomai) | |
| Acts 26:25 | “But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.” Word: ἀποφθέγγομαι (apophthéngomai) |