G4842
συμπέμπω
to despatch in company
Transliteration
sympémpōPronunciation
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to despatch in company
συμπέμπω(sympémpō)
Strong’s Definition
to despatch in company
from G4862 (σύν) and G3992 (πέμπω);
“And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches;”
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Strong's G4842: A compound verb combining συν- (with) and πέμπω (to send), meaning "to send together with." Used in early church contexts to describe the practice of sending trusted representatives together on ministry missions, particularly for handling financial matters.
U- Unveiling the Word
συμπέμπω represents the intentional act of sending companions together on ministry missions. As a compound word, it combines togetherness (συν-) with sending (πέμπω) to express the deliberate pairing of trusted representatives for important tasks. In the New Testament, Paul uses it specifically in the context of handling church offerings, demonstrating early church wisdom in establishing accountability through multiple witnesses. The early church adopted this practice as a model for responsible stewardship and ministry partnerships. Today, it continues to inform principles of accountability and partnership in ministry.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
The prefix συν- indicates joint sending
The root πέμπω contributes the concept of dispatching
Together they express coordinated sending of representatives
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
Morphological Features:
Example English morphing:
Present: send together
Future: will send together
Past: sent together
Participle: sending together
S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its use in official church business contexts. Thayer's highlights the purpose of accountability in joint sending. LSJ notes its use in diplomatic contexts. Vine's connects it to church administration practices. Strong's emphasizes the togetherness aspect. Moulton and Milligan document its use in official correspondence regarding delegations.
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T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
And we have [συμπέμπω] sent with him the brother whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches 2 Corinthians 8:18
Additional References:
2 Corinthians 8:22
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
συμπέμπω beautifully illustrates the wisdom and integrity in Kingdom work. It proclaims the good news that King Jesus's church operates with accountability and partnership, not lone rangers. This word reminds us that ministry is meant to be collaborative, with trusted companions working together to advance the gospel.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4842: A compound verb combining συν- (with) and πέμπω (to send), meaning "to send together with." Used in early church contexts to describe the practice of sending trusted representatives together on ministry missions, particularly for handling financial matters.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: ministry-partnership, accountability, stewardship, church-administration, missions, representatives, delegation, trustworthiness, collaboration, joint-ministry, financial-integrity, leadership