Strong’s G3880

παραλαμβάνω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

paralambanó

Pronunciation

pah-rah-lahm-BAH-no

Definition

To take, to receive, to take along, to accept

Meaning

I take from, receive from, or: I take to, receive (apparently not used of money), admit, acknowledge; I take with me.

Usage

The verb παραλαμβάνω (paralambanó) is used in the New Testament to describe the act of taking or receiving something or someone, often with the implication of taking along or accompanying. It can denote a physical taking, such as taking someone with you, or a more abstract receiving, such as accepting teachings or traditions.

Bible references

Matthew 1:20;Matthew 1:24;Matthew 2:13;Matthew 2:14;Matthew 2:20;Matthew 2:21;Matthew 4:5;Matthew 4:8;Matthew 12:45;Matthew 17:1;Matthew 18:16;Matthew 20:17;Matthew 24:40;Matthew 24:41;Matthew 26:37;Matthew 27:27;Mark 4:36;Mark 5:40;Mark 7:4;Mark 9:2;Mark 10:32;Mark 14:33;Luke 9:10;Luke 9:28;Luke 11:26