Strong’s G1587

ἐκλείπω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ekleipó

Pronunciation

ek-LAY-po

Definition

To fail, to cease, to leave out, to come to an end

Meaning

I fail, die out, come to an end, am defunct.

Usage

The verb "ekleipó" is used in the New Testament to describe the act of failing, ceasing, or coming to an end. It often conveys the idea of something that was once present or active but has now stopped or disappeared. This can refer to physical phenomena, such as the cessation of light, or metaphorical concepts, such as the failure of faith or strength.

Bible references

Luke 16:9;Luke 22:32;Luke 23:45;Hebrews 1:12