G4277
προέπω
to say already, to predict
Transliteration
proépōPronunciation
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to say already, to predict
προέπω(proépō)
Strong’s Definition
to say already, to predict
from G4253 (πρό) and G2036 (ἔπω);
“Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus.”
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Strong's G4277: From pro (before) and epō (to speak), προέπω means to say before, foretell, or predict. In biblical usage, it particularly relates to divine prophecy and forewarning, emphasizing the authority and certainty of God's previously spoken word.
U- Unveiling the Word
Προέπω embodies the concept of speaking something before it occurs. As a compound word, it combines προ (before) with ἔπω (to speak), creating a term that carries significant weight in prophetic and predictive contexts. In the New Testament, it appears in contexts of divine forewarning and prophetic utterance, particularly regarding the fulfillment of Scripture. Early church fathers employed this term to discuss the relationship between prophecy and fulfillment, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His word. Today, it continues to underscore the reliability of divine prophecy and the certainty of God's promises.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
The prefix προ- adds the temporal aspect of "before" to the root verb ἔπω (to speak), creating the concept of speaking something before it happens or declaring something in advance.
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
See G4277
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As a verb, προέπω demonstrates these features:
Examples in English:
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its use in prophetic contexts and divine forewarning. Thayer's notes its connection to authoritative prediction. LSJ provides examples from classical Greek showing its use in official proclamations. Vine's connects it to divine prophecy. Strong's highlights its compound nature. LEH discusses its use in the Septuagint for prophetic utterances. Moulton and Milligan document its use in legal contexts for prior declarations.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First Appearance:
Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled, which the Holy Spirit [προέπω] foretold by the mouth of David concerning Judas, who became a guide to those who arrested Jesus. Acts 1:16
Additional References:
Romans 9:29
2 Peter 3:2
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Προέπω powerfully demonstrates God's sovereign control over history through His prophetic word. This term, especially in its biblical usage, proclaims the good news that God's promises are trustworthy and His prophecies certain. It reminds us that the story of salvation, including Christ's coming, death, and resurrection, was declared beforehand and fulfilled perfectly, giving us confidence in God's continued faithfulness to His word.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4277: From pro (before) and epō (to speak), προέπω means to say before, foretell, or predict. In biblical usage, it particularly relates to divine prophecy and forewarning, emphasizing the authority and certainty of God's previously spoken word.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: prophecy, prediction, foretelling, divine warning, compound verb, prophetic utterance, fulfillment, Scripture, divine authority, forewarning