συνεπιμαρτυρέω (sunepimartureō)
sunepimartureō
to testify with
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The verb sunepimartureō means to join in giving testimony or to add one’s own witness to that of others. It combines the prefix syn, meaning "with," and epimartureō, which refers to bearing witness or attesting to the truth of something. In this way, it describes a collaborative act of confirmation, where multiple voices unite to validate a single message or event.
This word appears only once in the New Testament, in Hebrews 2:4. The author uses it to describe how God confirmed the salvation message through signs, wonders, and various miracles. By using this term, the text emphasizes that divine confirmation was not a solitary act but involved multiple witnesses—God Himself, along with those who heard the message firsthand. This collective attestation underscores the reliability and weight of the testimony being presented.
The rarity of sunepimartureō highlights its significance in Hebrews 2:4. Its use here draws attention to the interconnected nature of divine revelation and human witness. The word suggests that truth is often reinforced through community and shared experience, as God’s work is validated not just by miraculous signs but also by the faithful testimony of those who have encountered it.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word sunepimartureō appears only once in the New Testament, in Hebrews 2:4. It describes God testifying alongside human witnesses through signs, wonders, and miracles. This rare verb combines 'with' and 'testify,' showing that divine truth is confirmed by multiple voices working together.
For your faith, this means you are part of a larger story. God does not leave us alone with uncertain claims. He provides evidence through history, community, and the Holy Spirit’s work. When you hear the gospel, you join others who have seen its power. This shared witness strengthens your confidence in what you believe.
Even when doubts arise, remember that faith rests on collective testimony, not just personal feeling. God has always worked through many witnesses to confirm His message. You can trust this foundation because it is built on real events and the ongoing work of the Spirit in the church.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- bearing witness1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- συνεπιμαρτυροῦντος1×
Key Verses
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Hebrews 2:4
God also testifying with them, both by signs and wonders, by various works of power, and by gifts of the Holy Spirit, according to his own will?
This verse uniquely uses sunepimartureō to show God actively confirming the gospel message through miracles and the Holy Spirit alongside human witnesses.