προτρέχω
protrechō
to outrun
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word προτρέχω (protrechō) is a verb that means to outrun. Its root suggests a sense of speed or swiftness, and it implies moving ahead or getting a head start before others. The occurrence of προτρέχω in the Bible is sparse, with only two mentions. This could suggest that the concept is not emphasized in the Greek New Testament. However, when used, it likely highlights the idea of being ahead or moving faster than others. In terms of range of usage, προτρέχω implies an element of competition or a comparison between individuals or groups. It may indicate that one person or group is leaving others behind, possibly symbolizing a spiritual or moral superiority.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text