Strong’s G2027

ἐποκέλλω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

epokelló

Pronunciation

ep-ok-el'-lo

Definition

To run aground, to drive upon

Meaning

I force forward, run (a ship) aground.

Usage

The verb "epokelló" is used in the context of maritime navigation, specifically referring to the action of a ship being driven upon a shore or sandbank, resulting in it running aground. This term is used to describe a situation where a vessel is intentionally or unintentionally brought to a halt by the land or seabed.

Bible references

Acts 27:41