Anapaúō — G373

G373 · Greek — ἀναπαύω

Pronunciation: an-ap-ow'-o

Definition

verb

(reflexively) to repose (literally or figuratively (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh

  1. of the sweet repose one enjoys after toil
  2. to keep quiet, of calm and patient expectation

Usually translated as

rest, take ease, refresh

Origin

from G303 and G3973

Occurrences

Anapaúō occurs 12 times in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: Matthew (2), Mark (2), Luke (1), 1 Corinthians (1), 2 Corinthians (1), Philemon (2), 1 Peter (1), Revelation (2)

Strong's Lexicon — A