Original Word: ἀντιβάλλω
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: antiballó
Pronunciation: an-tee-BAL-lo
Phonetic Spelling: (an-tee-bal'-lo)
Definition: To exchange, to discuss, to dispute
Meaning: I throw at in opposition, exchange (words) with, perhaps: I compare.

Word Origin: From the Greek prefix ἀντί (anti, meaning "against" or "opposite") and βάλλω (ballo, meaning "to throw" or "to cast").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "antiballó," the concept of dialogue and dispute can be seen in Hebrew words like יָכַח (yakach, Strong's H3198), which means "to argue" or "to reprove," and דִּין (din, Strong's H1777), meaning "to judge" or "to contend."

Usage: The verb "antiballó" is used to describe the act of exchanging words or ideas, often in the context of a discussion or dispute. It implies a back-and-forth interaction, where opposing views or arguments are presented. In the New Testament, it is used to convey the idea of engaging in dialogue or debate, often with the intention of reaching a deeper understanding or resolution.

Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, dialogue and debate were common practices in philosophical and rhetorical traditions. Public discourse was a key element of education and civic life, where individuals were encouraged to engage in discussions to explore different perspectives. The use of "antiballó" in the New Testament reflects this cultural context, where dialogue was a means of teaching, learning, and resolving conflicts.

Word Origin
from anti and balló
Definition
to throw in turn, exchange
NASB Translation
exchanging (1).

STRONGS NT 474: ἀντιβάλλω

ἀντιβάλλω; to throw in turn (properly, Thucydides 7, 25; Plutarch, Nic. 25): λόγους πρός ἀλλήλους to exchange words with one another, Luke 24:17 (cf. 2 Macc. 11:13).

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

have, exchange

From anti and ballo; to bandy -- have.

see GREEK anti

see GREEK ballo

Forms and Transliterations

αντιβαλλετε αντιβάλλετε ἀντιβάλλετε αντίγραφα αντίγραφον antiballete antibállete

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