περισπάω

perispaōto distractHow to read Greek
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Definition

περι-σπάω, -ῶ

[in LXX chiefly for עָנָה ;]

to draw around, draw off or away. Metaphorical, to distract: pass., Luke 10:40.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

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  1. Luke 10:40περιεσπᾶτο · was distracted
    But Martha was distracted by all the preparations to be made. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her to help me!”