ἐλπίζω
elpizō
Modern Summary of Abbott-Smith’s Lexicon (1922)
The word *ἐλπίζω* (elpizō) means to look forward to something with expectation or hope. It can refer to anticipating specific outcomes, trusting in someone or something, or confidently waiting for future events. The term is used in various grammatical constructions to express hope in different contexts, such as hoping for a result, trusting in God, or expecting fulfillment of promises.
to expect or confide
The Greek word elpizō means "to expect or confide," encompassing related ideas including hope, trust.
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בָּטַח
bâṭach
figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure
חָסָה
châçâh
to flee for protection; figuratively, to confide in
יָחַל
yâchal
to wait; by implication, to be patient, hope
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