Definition
ἐπ-αρκέω, -ῶ
[in LXX: 1Ma.8.26 1Mac.11.35 * ;]
1. to be strong enough for.
2. to ward off.
3. to aid, relieve: with dative of person(s), 1 Timothy 5:10; 5:16 (mid., WH, mg.).
Usage patterns
Occurrences
3 total
- 1 Timothy 5:10ἐπήρκεσεν · imparting relief…and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work.
- 1 Timothy 5:16ἐπαρκείτω · she must assist; ἐπαρκέσῃ · it can helpIf any believing woman has dependent widows, she must assist them and not allow the church to be burdened, so that it can help the widows who are truly in need.