ἐγγίζω
engizōVerbG1448
to come near
From: from G1451 (ἐγγύς);
Short Definition
to make near, i.e. (reflexively) approach
Full Lexicon Entry
1.trans., to bring near
2.Intrans., to come near
LXX Usage: for נגשׁ, קרב, etc.
Grammar
Part of Speech Verb
Morphology G:V
DescriptionGreek Verb
Occurrences
42 timesAppears 42 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
Luke
18
Matthew
8
Acts
6
Mark
3
Hebrews
2
Key Passages
- 1 Peter 4:7
- Hebrews 7:19
- Luke 18:35
- Luke 22:1
- Matthew 21:34
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