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συντρέχω (suntrechō)

suntrechō

to flock

G4936 · Greek · New Testament · 3 verses

Quick Reference

Language
Koine Greek
Testament
New Testament
Occurrences
3 verses
Root
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Word Overview

The verb suntrechō describes a crowd running together or rushing to a single point. It combines the idea of "with" (syn) and "running" (trechō), capturing the physical motion of many people moving in unison toward a specific location. This is not a casual stroll but an urgent, collective movement driven by a common focus.

In the Gospels, this word illustrates how news travels fast and draws large groups. In Mark 6:33, when Jesus withdraws to a quiet place, people see him leaving and run together from all the towns on foot, arriving ahead of him. Similarly, in Acts 3:11, Peter and John are met by a crowd running together to Solomon’s Portico, drawn by the miracle they had just witnessed.

The term also carries a metaphorical weight in 1 Peter 4:4. Here, it describes how non-believers react to Christians who no longer join them in their reckless, wild living. The "running together" implies a social momentum that those who change their ways are seen as abandoning, highlighting the tension between old habits and new faith.

Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).

What This Word Means for Your Faith

The Greek word suntrechō paints a vivid picture of crowds rushing toward Jesus or reacting to His work. In Mark and Acts, it shows how people were drawn by hope and wonder, moving with urgency toward healing and truth. This physical gathering reflects a deep human desire for connection and divine intervention.

Yet 1 Peter offers a different angle: those who turn from old ways are seen as abandoning the crowd's reckless pace. This tension reminds us that following Christ often means stepping away from societal norms, even when it feels isolating. It is not about rejection but redirection toward something lasting and holy.

How it's translated

How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 3 verses where it appears, by frequency.

  • ran together2×
  • running with [them]1×

Forms in the text

The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.

  • συνέδραμον1×
  • συνέδραμεν1×
  • συντρεχόντων1×

Key Verses

  • Mark 6:33
    They saw them going, and many recognized him and ran there on foot from all the cities. They arrived before them and came together to him.

    This verse shows the word in action as crowds physically race to where Jesus is, demonstrating how His presence draws people with urgent expectation.

  • Acts 3:11
    As the lame man who was healed held on to Peter and John, all the people ran together to them in the porch that is called Solomon’s, greatly wondering.

    Here the crowd runs together in wonder at a miracle, highlighting how divine acts naturally gather attention and curiosity among observers.

  • I Peter 4:4
    They think it is strange that you don’t run with them into the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you.

    This usage contrasts Christian behavior with societal norms, showing how leaving behind reckless habits can lead to social friction and misunderstanding.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does suntrechō mean in the Bible?

Suntrechō combines 'with' and 'run' to describe a crowd rushing together toward a common point. It appears in contexts where people are drawn by urgency, wonder, or social pressure.

How is suntrechō different from other words for gathering?

Unlike neutral terms for meeting, suntrechō implies speed and collective motion. It captures the physical energy of a crowd moving as one, often driven by strong emotion or curiosity.

Why does 1 Peter use this word differently than the Gospels?

In the Gospels, it shows positive attraction to Jesus; in 1 Peter, it describes negative social momentum toward reckless behavior. This contrast highlights how faith can separate believers from prevailing cultural habits.

Every Occurrence (3 verses across 3 books)