Strong’s G4958

συστέλλω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

sustelló

Pronunciation

soos-TEL-lo

Definition

To draw together, to contract, to wrap up, to shorten.

Meaning

I contract, shorten, wrap around, swathe.

Usage

The verb "sustelló" primarily means to draw together or to contract. In a broader sense, it can imply the act of wrapping up or shortening something. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe the act of drawing oneself together, often in the context of preparing for action or making oneself ready.

Bible references

Acts 5:6;1 Corinthians 7:29