G4033
περικυκλόω
to encircle all around, i.e. blockade completely
Transliteration
perikyklóōPronunciation
(per-ee-koo-klo'-o)Everything you need to know.
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to encircle all around, i.e. blockade completely
περικυκλόω(perikyklóō)
Strong’s Definition
to encircle all around, i.e. blockade completely
from G4012 (περί) and G2944 (κυκλόω);
“For the days shall come upon thee, that thine enemies shall cast a trench about thee, and compass thee round, and keep thee in on every side,”
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Strong's G4033: A compound verb combining περί (around) and κυκλόω (to encircle), meaning "to encircle completely, surround entirely." Used in military contexts for siege operations, particularly in Jesus's prophecy about Jerusalem's destruction, emphasizing complete encirclement by enemy forces.
U- Unveiling the Word
Περικυκλόω represents complete military encirclement. As a compound word, it combines the encompassing aspect of περί with the circular action of κυκλόω, creating an image of total surrounding for siege purposes. In the New Testament, it appears in Jesus's prophecy about Jerusalem's destruction, describing the Roman army's eventual encirclement of the city. The word carried deep significance in military contexts, suggesting inescapable siege conditions. Early church writers saw this as both historical fulfillment and a warning about spiritual preparation. Today, it reminds believers of both historical judgment and the importance of heeding divine warnings.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words: The prefix περί adds "completely" to κυκλόω "to circle," emphasizing total encirclement
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
Verbal Features:
Examples: surround completely, surrounds completely, surrounded completely
S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its military usage. Thayer's notes its siege context. LSJ provides examples from warfare. Vine's connects it to divine judgment. Strong's emphasizes complete encirclement. Moulton and Milligan document its technical military use.
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T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
"For days will come upon you when your enemies will [surround you completely] with barricades and hem you in on every side." (Luke 19:43)
Additional References:
Luke 21:20
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Περικυκλόω powerfully illustrates both historical judgment and divine warning. Jesus used this word to prophesy Jerusalem's fate, showing both His divine knowledge and merciful warning. It reminds us that the good news of King Jesus includes both warning of judgment and opportunity for repentance.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4033: Compound verb expressing complete military encirclement. Used in prophecies of Jerusalem's destruction by Roman forces. Technical term for siege warfare emphasizing total surrounding of a target.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: #Military #Siege #Prophecy #Jerusalem #BiblicalGreek #CompoundVerbs #Judgment #Warning #History #Warfare