G4033 — Perikukloō (To Surround / To Encircle)

G4033 · Greek · New Testament

Περικυκλοω

Perikukloō

Verb

To Surround / To Encircle

Definition

From peri (around) and kukloō (to circle). To encircle completely, to surround on every side. Jesus prophesied that enemies would surround Jerusalem.

Usage & Theological Significance

Jesus wept over Jerusalem and prophesied: 'Your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side' (Luke 19:43). This was fulfilled in AD 70 when Roman armies surrounded Jerusalem. Rejected grace leads to judgment.

Key Bible Verses

Luke 19:43 The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you.

Luke 19:44 They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls.

Luke 21:20 When you see Jerusalem being surrounded by armies, you will know that its desolation is near.

Matthew 23:37 Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you.

Daniel 9:26 The people of the ruler who will come will destroy the city and the sanctuary.

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