Strong’s G1601

ἐκπίπτω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ekpipto

Pronunciation

ek-PIP-to

Definition

To fall out, to fall away, to fail, to lose, to drop away.

Meaning

I fall out, fall off, fall away; hence in nautical language: I fall off from the straight course; of flowers: I fade away, wither away; I fall from, lose, forfeit; I am cast ashore; I am fruitless.

Usage

The Greek verb ἐκπίπτω (ekpipto) primarily conveys the idea of falling out or away from a place, position, or condition. It can denote a physical falling, such as leaves falling from a tree, or a metaphorical falling, such as losing one's position or failing in some respect. In the New Testament, it is often used to describe a spiritual or moral decline, such as falling away from grace or truth.

Bible references

Acts 12:7;Acts 27:17;Acts 27:26;Acts 27:29;Acts 27:32;Romans 9:6;Galatians 5:4;James 1:11;1 Peter 1:24;2 Peter 3:17