ἐμπίπτω

empiptōVerbG1706

to fall into

From: from G1722 (ἐν) and G4098 (πίπτω);

Short Definition

to fall on, i.e. (literally) to be entrapped by, or (figuratively) be overwhelmed with

Full Lexicon Entry

to fall into: metaphorically, εἰς κρίμα; *ὀνειδισμόν *; πειρασμόν; εἰς χεῖρας θεοῦ.
LXX Usage: chiefly for נָפַל

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

7 times

Appears 7 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Timothy
3
Luke
2
Hebrews
1
Matthew
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Timothy 3:6
  • 1 Timothy 3:7
  • 1 Timothy 6:9
  • Hebrews 10:31
  • Luke 10:36

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