ἐπισκιάζω
episkiazōVerbG1982
to overshadow
From: from G1909 (ἐπί) and a derivative of G4639 (σκιά);
Short Definition
to cast a shade upon, i.e. (by analogy) to envelop in a haze of brilliancy; figuratively, to invest with preternatural influence
Full Lexicon Entry
to throw a shadow upon, overshadow: with dative; of a shining cloud, with dative; metaphorically, of the Holy Spirit.
LXX Usage: (שָׁכַן) (סָכַךְ), *
Grammar
Part of Speech Verb
Morphology G:V
DescriptionGreek Verb
Occurrences
5 timesAppears 5 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
Luke
2
Acts
1
Matthew
1
Mark
1
Key Passages
- Acts 5:15
- Luke 1:35
- Luke 9:34
- Matthew 17:5
- Mark 9:7
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