G4727
στενάζω
to make (intransitively, be) in straits, i.e. (by implication) to sigh, murmur, pray inaudibly
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to make (intransitively, be) in straits, i.e. (by implication) to sigh, murmur, pray inaudibly
στενάζω(stenázō)
Strong’s Definition
to make (intransitively, be) in straits, i.e. (by implication) to sigh, murmur, pray inaudibly
from G4728 (στενός);
“And looking up to heaven, he sighed, and saith unto him, Ephphatha, that is, Be opened.”
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Strong's G4727: A verb meaning "to groan, sigh deeply, or express anguish." In New Testament usage, it describes both human expressions of deep emotion and divine responses, notably appearing in Jesus' healing ministry and in contexts of spiritual intercession.
U- Unveiling the Word
στενάζω represents the audible expression of deep emotional or spiritual burden. In the New Testament, it appears in diverse contexts, from Jesus' healing ministry to descriptions of spiritual intercession and Christian suffering. This word captures both physical and spiritual dimensions of groaning, seen first in Jesus' own emotional response during healing and later in Paul's descriptions of creation's groaning and the Spirit's intercession. Early church fathers saw in this word the connection between human suffering and divine compassion. Today, it continues to validate the expression of deep emotion in both prayer and ministry.
N - Necessary Information
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D - Defining Meanings
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Not applicable as this is a simple verb
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E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes emotional depth. Thayer's notes both physical and spiritual aspects. LSJ documents extensive usage in expressing grief. Vine's highlights its use in prayer contexts. Strong's connects it to compressed feeling. LEH traces Septuagint usage in laments. Moulton and Milligan show common usage in personal letters.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
Mark 7:34: "Then, looking up to heaven, He sighed [στενάζω] and said to him, 'Ephphatha,' that is, 'Be opened.'"
Additional References:
Mark 8:12, Romans 8:23, 2 Corinthians 5:2, 2 Corinthians 5:4, Hebrews 13:17, James 5:9
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
στενάζω reminds us that even Jesus expressed deep emotion in His ministry. It proclaims the good news that our Messiah understands and shares our deepest feelings, and that the Spirit transforms our groans into perfect prayer. This word validates emotional authenticity in our spiritual life while pointing to divine compassion and understanding.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4727: A verb meaning "to groan, sigh deeply, or express anguish." In New Testament usage, it describes both human expressions of deep emotion and divine responses, notably appearing in Jesus' healing ministry and in contexts of spiritual intercession.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: groaning, sighing, emotion, prayer, intercession, suffering, Jesus-emotions, Holy-Spirit, spiritual-expression, healing-ministry, divine-compassion, human-emotion, spiritual-communication, lament, authentic-faith