Lexical Definition
εὐπερίστατος euperístatos (yoo-per-is'-tat-os) thwarting G:A
from εὖ and a derivative of a presumed compound of περί and ἵστημι
which doth so easily beset.
- well standing around, i.e. (a competitor) thwarting (a racer) in every direction (figuratively, of sin in genitive case)
Usage: 1 form in 1 verse
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| εὐπερίστατον | easily entangling | Heb.12.1 |
Abbott-Smith
* εὐ-περί-στατος, -ον (< εὖ, περιΐστημι),
of sins, readily besetting: He 12:1 (on form and sense of the word, v. Westc., in l.).†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Hebrews | 12:1 |
Liddell-Scott-Jones
εὐπερίστατος-στᾰτος, ον,
easily besetting, ἁμαρτία [NT]; perhaps leading to distress, compare περίστασις; εὐπερίστατοςστατον, ={εὔκολον},{εὐχερῆ}, [Refs 5th c.AD+]
LSJ Scripture Refs: Heb.12.1