Strong’s G1686

ἐμβαπτό

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

embaptó

Pronunciation

em-bap-TO

Definition

To dip in, to immerse

Meaning

I dip into.

Usage

The verb "embaptó" is used to describe the action of dipping or immersing something into a liquid. In the context of the New Testament, it often refers to the act of dipping a morsel of bread into a dish, as seen in the Last Supper narrative. The term conveys a sense of complete immersion or submersion, which is significant in understanding the cultural practices of the time.

Bible references

Matthew 26:23;Mark 14:20