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G5285 · Greek · New Testament
ὑποπνέω
hypopnéō
Verb
To Blow Gently

Definition

Hypopnéō (ὑποπνέω) means to blow gently, to blow softly. From hypo (gently) + pneō (to blow). Appears once in Acts.

Usage & Theological Significance

Acts 27:13: 'when a gentle south wind began to blow, they thought they had obtained what they wanted; so they weighed anchor.' This gentle wind gave the sailors false confidence — they proceeded despite Paul's warning, then the northeaster struck. Favorable circumstances are not always God's green light. Smooth sailing can deceive us into ignoring wise counsel. Yet even this mistake was in God's providence — it led Paul to Rome as promised. Even our errors cannot thwart God's plan.

Key Bible Verses

Acts 27:13 When a gentle south wind began to blow, they thought they had obtained what they wanted.
Acts 27:14 Before very long, a wind of hurricane force, called the Northeaster, swept down from the island.
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

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