Lexical Definition
ἐξισχύω exischýō (ex-is-khoo'-o) to have power G:V
from ἐκ and ἰσχύω
be able.
- to have full strength, i.e. be entirely competent
Usage: 1 form in 1 verse
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| ἐξισχύσητε | you may be fully able | Eph.3.18 |
Abbott-Smith
**† ἐξ-ισχύω [in LXX: Si 7:6 * ;]
to have strength enough, to be quite able: c. inf., Eph 3:18.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Ephesians | 3:18 |
Liddell-Scott-Jones
ἐξισχύω [ῡ],
have strength enough, be able, ὥστε ποιεῖν [Refs 1st c.BC+]: with infinitive only, [LXX+NT+1st c.AD+]; ἐξίσχυσεν τὰ βιβλείδια ἀθετηθῆναι procured the rejection of the petition, [Refs 3rd c.AD+]: absolutely, prevail, [Refs 1st c.BC+]
__II with genitive, τὸ δαιμόνιον παίδων ἐξισχῦον fate prevailing over the children, [Refs 2nd c.AD+]
__III middle, of flames, gather force, [Refs 4th c.BC+]
LSJ Scripture Refs: Eph.3.18