G4823
συμβουλεύω
to give (or take) advice jointly, i.e. recommend, deliberate or determine
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symbouleúōPronunciation
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to give (or take) advice jointly, i.e. recommend, deliberate or determine
συμβουλεύω(symbouleúō)
Strong’s Definition
to give (or take) advice jointly, i.e. recommend, deliberate or determine
from G4862 (σύν) and G1011 (βουλεύω);
“And consulted that they might take Jesus by subtilty, and kill him.”
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Strong's G4823: A compound verb combining σύν (with) and βουλεύω (to counsel), meaning "to give counsel together" or "to advise." In New Testament usage, it appears in both positive and negative contexts, from wise counsel to conspiratorial plotting against Jesus.
U - Unveiling the Word
Συμβουλεύω describes the act of joint deliberation or giving counsel. As a compound word, it combines the concept of togetherness with deliberate planning or advice. In Matthew 26:4, it reveals the dark side of counsel as the religious leaders plotted against Jesus. However, it also appears in positive contexts of giving wise advice. Early church fathers used this term to describe pastoral guidance and communal decision-making. Today, it reminds us that counsel can be used for either good or evil, and wisdom is needed to discern its true nature.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
Together they express shared counsel or planning
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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 range from positive advice to negative plotting. Thayer's notes its use in both private and public contexts. LSJ provides examples from political settings. Vine's highlights its usage in both beneficial and malevolent contexts. Strong's connects it to joint counsel. LEH discusses its Septuagint usage. Moulton and Milligan show its common usage in administrative contexts.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
Matthew 26:4 "And they [plotted together] {συμβουλεύω} to arrest Jesus by stealth and kill Him."
Additional References:
John 11:53
John 18:14
Acts 9:23
Revelation 3:18
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Συμβουλεύω reveals both the power and potential danger of collective counsel. It promotes the good news by showing how human plots against the Messiah ultimately served God's redemptive purpose. This encourages us to seek godly counsel while being aware that human wisdom can either serve or oppose divine purposes.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4823: A compound verb combining σύν (with) and βουλεύω (to counsel), meaning "to give counsel together" or "to advise." In New Testament usage, it appears in both positive and negative contexts, from wise counsel to conspiratorial plotting against Jesus.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: counsel, advice, plotting, deliberation, wisdom, conspiracy, decision-making, guidance, matthew, revelation, consultation, joint-planning