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G1751 · Greek · New Testament
ἔνειμι
Eneimi
Verb
To be within, be present inside

Definition

The Greek verb eneimi (ἔνειμι) means to be in or to be within something. It appears in Luke 11:41, where Jesus instructs, "Give alms of such things as you have" — literally: what is within — using the principle that inner abundance should flow outward in generosity.

Usage & Theological Significance

The single canonical use of eneimi (Luke 11:41) delivers a striking theological point: true purity comes not from external ritual cleansing but from the transformation of what is within. The Pharisees cleaned the outside while the inside was full of greed. Jesus redirects attention to the interior. This inner-to-outer movement anticipates Paul's theology of the Spirit working from within (Romans 8:9–11).

Key Bible Verses

Luke 11:41
But rather give alms of such things as ye have (ta enonta); and all things are clean unto you.
Matthew 23:27
Ye are like unto whited sepulchres, which appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men's bones.
2 Corinthians 4:7
We have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God.
Colossians 1:27
Which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.
Luke 17:21
Behold, the kingdom of God is within you.

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