G4900
συνελαύνω
to drive together, i.e. (figuratively) exhort (to reconciliation)
Transliteration
synelaúnōPronunciation
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to drive together, i.e. (figuratively) exhort (to reconciliation)
συνελαύνω(synelaúnō)
Strong’s Definition
to drive together, i.e. (figuratively) exhort (to reconciliation)
from G4862 (σύν) and G1643 (ἐλαύνω);
“And the next day he shewed himself unto them as they strove, and would have set them at one again, saying, Sirs, ye are brethren; why do ye wrong one to another?”
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Strong's G4900: A compound verb combining σύν (together) and ἀλλάσσω (to change/exchange), meaning to reconcile or bring together those who are estranged. In NT usage, describes attempts to restore peace between conflicting parties, emphasizing active peacemaking.
U- Unveiling the Word
συναλλάσσω represents the active work of reconciliation and peacemaking. As a compound word, it combines σύν (together) with ἀλλάσσω (to change), creating a term that describes the process of bringing opposing parties into harmony. In its sole New Testament appearance in Acts 7:26, it describes Moses attempting to reconcile two fighting Israelites. The early church understood this term as expressing both the human effort in peacemaking and the divine work of reconciliation. Today, this word continues to teach us about the active nature of peacemaking and our role as ministers of reconciliation.
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 the word's use in contexts of active peacemaking. Thayer's notes its application to mediating disputes. LSJ provides examples from classical literature showing various reconciliation contexts. Vine's highlights its unique usage in Acts. Strong's connects it to the concept of mutual change. Moulton and Milligan document its use in papyri for legal reconciliations.
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T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
"And the next day he showed himself unto them as they strove, and would have set them at one [συναλλάσσω], saying, Sirs, ye are brethren; why do ye wrong one to another?" Acts 7:26
Additional References:
This is the only occurrence in the New Testament.
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
συναλλάσσω reminds us that reconciliation requires active engagement. The good news of King Jesus is fundamentally about reconciliation - first between God and humans, then between people. Just as Moses attempted to reconcile his fellow Israelites, we are called to be ministers of reconciliation, actively working to bring peace where there is conflict.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4900: A compound verb joining "together" (σύν) with "to change" (ἀλλάσσω), expressing active reconciliation efforts. Its single NT use describes attempted peacemaking between conflicting parties, emphasizing the practice of bringing unity from discord.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: reconciliation, peacemaking, mediation, unity, conflict resolution, harmony, peace, restoration, brotherhood, healing relationships