Definition
βραδύνω
(βραδύς), [in LXX: Genesis 43:10 (מההּ hith.), Deuteronomy 7:10, Isaiah 46:13 (אחר pi.), Si 32 (35):18 * ;]
1. trans., to retard (Soph., Is, l.with).
2. More frequently intrans., to be slow, to tarry: 1 Timothy 3:15, 2 Peter 3:9.
Hebrew words it translates
The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as βραδύνω:
- אָחַרa.char“to delay”always
Usage patterns
Occurrences
2 total
- 1 Timothy 3:15βραδύνω · I am delayed…in case I am delayed, so that you will know how each one must conduct himself in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.
- 2 Peter 3:9βραδύνει · is not slow [in keeping]The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance.