Strong’s G5226

ὑπείκω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

hupeikó

Pronunciation

hoop-i'-ko

Definition

To yield, to submit, to give way

Meaning

I yield, submit to authority.

Usage

The verb "hupeikó" conveys the idea of yielding or submitting, often in the context of giving way to authority or a stronger force. It implies a voluntary act of submission, often for the sake of peace or order. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the act of yielding to God's will or to the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Bible references

Hebrews 13:17