ἀποδέχομαι

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Definition

ἀπο-δέχομαι

[in LXX: Tob.7.17, Jdt.13.13; Jdt.13.1, 4Ma.10.1-21 * ;]

to accept gladly, welcome, receive: Luke 8:40; 9:11, Acts 18:27; 21:17; 28:30; metaphorically, with accusative of thing(s), Acts 2:41; 24:3 (MM, see word; Cremer, 688).

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

7 total
  1. Luke 8:40ἀπεδέξατο · welcomed
    When Jesus returned, the crowd welcomed Him, for they had all been waiting for Him.
  2. Luke 9:11ἀποδεξάμενος · He welcomed
    But the crowds found out and followed Him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and He healed those who needed healing.
  3. Acts 2:41ἀποδεξάμενοι · embraced
    Those who embraced his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to the believers that day.
  4. Acts 18:27ἀποδέξασθαι · to welcome
    When Apollos resolved to cross over to Achaia, the brothers encouraged him and wrote to the disciples there to welcome him. On his arrival, he was a great help to those who by grace had believed.
  5. Acts 21:17ἀπεδέξαντο · welcomed
    When we arrived in Jerusalem, the brothers welcomed us joyfully.
  6. Acts 24:3ἀποδεχόμεθα · we acknowledge [this]
    In every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude.
  7. Acts 28:30ἀπεδέχετο · welcoming
    Paul stayed there two full years in his own rented house, welcoming all who came to visit him.