Strong’s G1459

ἐγκαταλείπω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

egkataleipó

Pronunciation

eng-kat-al-i'-po

Definition

To forsake, abandon, leave behind, desert

Meaning

I leave in the lurch, abandon (one who is in straits), desert.

Usage

The verb ἐγκαταλείπω conveys the action of leaving someone or something behind, often with the implication of abandonment or desertion. It is used in contexts where there is a sense of forsaking or neglecting, whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually. In the New Testament, it often carries a negative connotation, highlighting the seriousness of abandonment, especially in relational or covenantal contexts.

Bible references

Matthew 27:46;Mark 15:34;Acts 2:27;Acts 2:31;Romans 9:29;2 Corinthians 4:9;2 Timothy 4:10;2 Timothy 4:16;Hebrews 10:25;Hebrews 13:5