προφθάνω

prophthanōto come beforeHow to read Greek
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Definition

προ-φθάνω

[in LXX chiefly for קָדַם pi. ;]

with ptcp. (as in cl., but more frequently the simple φθάνω, which see),

to anticipate: Matthew 17:25.

Hebrew words it translates

The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as προφθάνω:

Usage patterns

Old TestamentNew Testament

Occurrences

1 total
  1. Matthew 17:25προέφθασεν · preempted
    “Yes,” he answered. When Peter entered the house, Jesus preempted him. “What do you think, Simon?” He asked. “From whom do the kings of the earth collect customs and taxes: from their own sons, or from others?”