Definition
ἀντι-λαμβάνω
[frequently in LXX for חָזַק hi., סָמַךְ, etc ;]
to take instead of or in turn. Mid., with genitive, to take hold of;
(a) of persons, to help (see MM, VGT, see word): Luke 1:54, Acts 20:35;
(b) of things, to partake of: 1 Timothy 6:2 (see Field, Notes, 210; Cremer, 386; and cf. συν-αντιλαμβάνω).
Usage patterns
Occurrences
3 total
- Luke 1:54ἀντελάβετο · He has helpedHe has helped His servant Israel, remembering to be merciful,
- Acts 20:35ἀντιλαμβάνεσθαι · helpIn everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
- 1 Timothy 6:2ἀντιλαμβανόμενοι · receivingThose who have believing masters should not show disrespect because they are brothers, but should serve them all the more, since those receiving their good service are beloved believers. Teach and encourage these principles.