ΥΠΟΣΤΟΛΗΣ, υποστολης
YPOSTOLĒS, ypostolēs
Sounds Like: hoo-pos-to-LEES
Translations: of shrinking back, of drawing back, of withdrawal, of hesitation, of timidity
From the root: ΥΠΟΣΤΟΛΗ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the act of shrinking back, drawing back, or withdrawing, often implying hesitation, timidity, or a lack of courage. It can describe a physical retreat or a metaphorical one, such as a reluctance to act or speak. In the provided context, it refers to a spiritual withdrawal or turning away from faith.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Strong’s number: G5289 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- Hebrews — 10:39
Josephus' The Jewish War
- Book Two — 14:7
Tischendorf's Greek New Testament
- Hebrews — 10:39
From the same root
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