Lexical Definition
ἀνάψυξις anápsyxis (an-aps'-ook-sis) refreshment G:N-F
from ἀναψύχω
revival.
- properly, a recovery of breath, i.e. (figuratively) revival
Usage: 2 forms in 2 verses
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| ἀναψύξεωσ | of refreshing | Acts.3.20 |
| ανάψυξισ | a respite | LXX.Exod.8.15 |
Abbott-Smith
ἀνά-ψυξις, -εως, ἡ (< ἀναψύχω), [in LXX: Ex 8:15 (11 (רְוָחָה)*;]
a refreshing: Ac 3:19.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Exodus | 8:11 · 8:15 |
| Acts | 3:19 |
Liddell-Scott-Jones
ἀνάψυξις-ψυξις, εως, ἡ,
cooling, [Refs 2nd c.BC+]; exposure, ἑλκεος[Refs 5th c.BC+]
__2 drying up, [Refs 1st c.BC+]
__3 relief, respite, [LXX+4th c.AD+]ad Them.258c; καιροὶ -εως[NT]
LSJ Scripture Refs: LXX.Exod.8.15 ☩ Acts.3.20