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G498 · Greek · New Testament
ἀντιτάσσω
Antitassō
Verb
To oppose, resist, set against

Definition

Antitassō means to set against, arrange in opposition, or resist. Composed of anti (against) and tassō (to arrange/appoint), it describes deliberate opposition or resistance — military, relational, or spiritual. The New Testament uses it for human opposition to God and God's opposition to the proud.

Usage & Theological Significance

The most theologically loaded use of antitassō is the divine promise: "God opposes the proud" (James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5, quoting Proverbs 3:34). This is a reversal of the natural order — the proud place themselves against God, but God array Himself against them in return. The only safe posture before God is humility; pride puts a human being in direct opposition to the Creator.

Key Bible Verses

James 4:6 But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: 'God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.'
1 Peter 5:5 All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, 'God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.'
Acts 18:6 But when they opposed Paul and became abusive, he shook out his clothes in protest and said to them, 'Your blood be on your own heads!'
Romans 13:2 Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling against what God has instituted, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves.
Proverbs 3:34 He mocks proud mockers but shows favor to the humble and oppressed.

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