G4780
συγκαλύπτω
to conceal altogether
Transliteration
synkalýptōPronunciation
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to conceal altogether
συγκαλύπτω(synkalýptō)
Strong’s Definition
to conceal altogether
from G4862 (σύν) and G2572 (καλύπτω);
“For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known.”
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Strong's G4780: A compound verb meaning "to cover completely, conceal wholly." From σύν (with/completely) and καλύπτω (to cover). Used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe things temporarily hidden that will ultimately be revealed, particularly in reference to divine truth and judgment.
U- Unveiling the Word
Συγκαλύπτω carries the primary meaning of complete concealment or covering, with σύν intensifying the basic meaning of καλύπτω. In the New Testament, it appears in the Messiah's teaching about the temporary nature of concealment, emphasizing that all hidden things will eventually be revealed. The early church understood this word as carrying special significance regarding both divine revelation and human attempts to hide truth. Today, it reminds us that nothing remains permanently hidden from God's sight and that His truth will ultimately prevail.
N - Necessary Information
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D - Defining Meanings
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E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its completeness of concealment. Thayer's notes the intensifying effect of the σύν prefix. LSJ traces its usage in classical Greek for physical covering. Vine's highlights its metaphorical usage in Luke. Strong's connects it to thorough concealment. LEH notes its use in the Septuagint for divine concealment. Moulton and Milligan show its usage in legal documents for suppressing evidence.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
Luke 12:2: "For there is nothing covered [συγκαλύπτω] that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known."
Additional References:
This is the only occurrence in the New Testament.
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Συγκαλύπτω powerfully reminds us that nothing remains permanently hidden from God. While humans may attempt to conceal truth or righteousness, the Messiah promises ultimate revelation. This word proclaims the good news that God's truth will triumph and His justice will prevail, bringing all things to light.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4780: A compound verb meaning "to cover completely, conceal wholly." From σύν (with/completely) and καλύπτω (to cover). Used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe things temporarily hidden that will ultimately be revealed, particularly in reference to divine truth and judgment.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: concealment, revelation, truth, judgment, hidden-things, divine-revelation, exposure, secrecy, biblical-greek, new-testament-greek, luke, spiritual-blindness