Strong’s G1764

ἐνίστημι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

enistémi

Pronunciation

en-IS-tay-mee

Definition

To be present, to stand near, to be at hand

Meaning

I place in or upon; only in the intrans. tenses: I impend, am at hand, am present, threaten; as adj: present.

Usage

The Greek verb ἐνίστημι primarily means "to be present" or "to be at hand." It conveys the sense of something that is currently occurring or is imminent. In the New Testament, it is often used to describe present circumstances or events that are about to happen. The term can also imply urgency or immediacy, highlighting the proximity of an event or condition.

Bible references

Romans 8:38;1 Corinthians 3:22;1 Corinthians 7:26;Galatians 1:4;2 Thessalonians 2:2;2 Timothy 3:1;Hebrews 9:9