Strong’s G1920

ἐπιγίνομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

epiginomai

Pronunciation

eh-pee-GHEE-no-my

Definition

To come upon, to occur, to happen, to arise

Meaning

I arise, spring up, arrive, come on.

Usage

The verb ἐπιγίνομαι is used in the New Testament to describe events or circumstances that come upon or arise, often unexpectedly. It conveys the sense of something occurring or happening, typically with a focus on the onset of an event or situation. The term can imply both positive and negative occurrences, depending on the context.

Bible references

Acts 28:13