G4026 — Periistami (To Stand Around / To Avoid)

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G4026 · Greek · New Testament

Περιισταμαι

Periistami

Verb (Middle)

To Stand Around / To Avoid

Definition

Middle voice of periistēmi. To stand around or to avoid. Paul advises avoiding foolish disputes.

Usage & Theological Significance

Wisdom includes knowing what battles to fight and what to avoid. Not every controversy is worth engaging. Discernment means choosing silence when speech would only produce strife.

Key Bible Verses

Titus 3:9 But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments about the law.

2 Timothy 2:16 Avoid godless chatter, because those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly.

2 Timothy 2:23 Don't have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels.

Proverbs 17:14 Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out.

Romans 16:17 I urge you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who cause divisions.

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