Strong’s G4327

προσδέχομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

prosdechomai

Pronunciation

pros-dekh'-om-ahee

Definition

To receive, to welcome, to expect, to await

Meaning

(a) I await, expect, (b) I receive, welcome (originally: to my house), (c) I accept.

Usage

The Greek verb προσδέχομαι (prosdechomai) conveys the idea of receiving or welcoming something or someone with anticipation or expectation. It often implies an active, eager, and hopeful waiting. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the attitude of believers who are expectantly awaiting the fulfillment of God's promises, such as the return of Jesus Christ or the coming of the Kingdom of God.

Bible references

Mark 15:43;Luke 2:25;Luke 2:38;Luke 12:36;Luke 15:2;Luke 23:51;Acts 23:21;Acts 24:15;Romans 16:2;Philippians 2:29;Titus 2:13;Hebrews 10:34;Hebrews 11:35;Jude 1:21