Definition
νυστάζω
(cf. νεύω), [in LXX for נוּם, etc ;]
to nod in sleep, fall asleep: Matthew 25:5. Metaphorical, of negligence or delay, ἡ ἀπώλεια αὐτῶν οὐ νυστάζει (cf. Psalm 121:4, Isaiah 5:27) : 2 Peter 2:3.
Hebrew words it translates
The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as νυστάζω:
Usage patterns
Occurrences
2 total
- Matthew 25:5ἐνύσταξαν · they all became drowsyWhen the bridegroom was delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep.
- 2 Peter 2:3νυστάζει · sleepIn their greed, these false teachers will exploit you with deceptive words. The longstanding verdict against them remains in force, and their destruction does not sleep.