Nystázō — G3573

Definition

verb

to nod, i.e. (by implication) to fall asleep; figuratively, to delay

1. properly, "to nod in sleep, to sleep
2. like the Latindormito , tropical equivalent to

Usually translated as

slumber

Origin

from a presumed derivative of G3506

• neúō (G3506)

Occurrences

Nystázō occurs 2 times in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: Matthew (1), 2 Peter (1)

• Matthew 25:5 — While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered (ἐνύσταξαν) and slept.
• 2 Peter 2:3 — And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth (νυστάζει) not.