ἐμπρήθω
emprēthō
to burn
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ἐmpρήθω (emprēthō) is translated to "to burn". Based on its short definition and semantic domain of "Light & Darkness", it appears to be associated with the physical phenomenon of fire or burning. This is a straightforward and literal meaning, with no apparent metaphysical or abstract connotations. Given its single occurrence in the Bible and no further context, it's unclear whether this verb is specifically describing a destructive fire or a purifying one. Without any broader lexical or syntactical details, it's also impossible to determine if the verb is in the active or passive voice, which could affect its meaning. The significance of this word lies in its association with a fundamental human experience: the physical sensation of heat or warmth caused by fire. Beyond this, the precise context of its use in the Bible remains unclear due to the limited information provided.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text