G4940
συντυγχάνω
to chance together, i.e. meet with (reach)
Transliteration
syntynchánōPronunciation
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to chance together, i.e. meet with (reach)
συντυγχάνω(syntynchánō)
Strong’s Definition
to chance together, i.e. meet with (reach)
from G4862 (σύν) and G5177 (τυγχάνω);
“Then came to him his mother and his brethren, and could not come at him for the press.”
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Strong's G4940: A compound verb combining σύν (with) and τυγχάνω (to happen upon), meaning "to meet with, come upon." In Luke's Gospel, it describes attempts to meet Jesus, highlighting the human desire for divine encounter amid crowds and circumstances.
U- Unveiling the Word
συντυγχάνω beautifully captures the moment of divine appointment. As a compound word, it joins σύν (with, together) and τυγχάνω (to happen upon, meet), creating a term that describes purposeful encounters. In Luke's Gospel, it appears when Jesus' family seeks to meet Him, illustrating both physical and spiritual aspects of seeking divine presence. The early church saw this word as symbolizing humanity's quest to encounter God. Today, it reminds us of our own journey to meet the Messiah amid life's crowds and obstacles.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
σύν intensifies τυγχάνω's basic meaning of happening upon something, creating a word that emphasizes intentional meeting or planned encounter.
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As a verb, συντυγχάνω exhibits these features:
The word would morph in English as follows:
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes συντυγχάνω's use in describing purposeful encounters. Thayer's notes its development from chance meetings to arranged encounters. LSJ documents extensive usage in formal meetings. Vine's connects it to significant encounters. Strong's highlights the compound nature suggesting mutual purpose. LEH traces its usage in diplomatic contexts. Moulton and Milligan find it common in describing important meetings.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
Then came to him his mother and his brethren, and could not [συντυγχάνω] come at him for the press. Luke 8:19
Additional References:
None - This is the only occurrence in the New Testament.
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
συντυγχάνω powerfully illustrates our quest to encounter the Messiah. Just as Jesus' family sought to meet Him through the crowd, we too seek divine encounters amid life's pressing circumstances. This word reminds us that meeting Jesus requires both divine appointment and human initiative.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4940: A compound verb combining σύν (with) and τυγχάνω (to happen upon), meaning "to meet with, come upon." In Luke's Gospel, it describes attempts to meet Jesus, highlighting the human desire for divine encounter amid crowds and circumstances.
Part of speech: Verb
Tags: encounter, meeting, divine appointment, seeking, Jesus, crowds, family, presence, purpose, intentionality