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G620 · Greek - New Testament
apoleipo
Apoleipo
Verb
To leave behind / Remain / Abandon

Definition

A verb meaning 'to leave behind,' 'to forsake,' or in passive form 'to remain.' Used in Hebrews 4 for the Sabbath rest that 'remains' for God's people, and Jude 1:6 for angels who 'left' their proper place.

Usage & Theological Significance

The 'remaining rest' in Hebrews 4 is still available -- every generation faces the same invitation. By contrast, the angels of Jude 1:6 abandoned their God-given station and face eternal chains. The same verb: faithful remaining leads to rest; faithless abandonment leads to judgment.

Key Bible Verses

Hebrews 4:9 There remains (apoleipetai) a Sabbath rest for the people of God.
Jude 1:6 Angels who left (apoleipantas) their proper dwelling, kept in eternal chains.
2 Timothy 4:13 Bring the cloak that I left (apeleipon) with Carpus at Troas.
Titus 1:5 I left (apeleipon) you in Crete to put what remained into order.
Hebrews 10:26 There no longer remains (apoleipetai) a sacrifice for sins.

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