ἔσυρον
sýrō
they dragged
To drag or pull along (often with implied force), particularly over a surface. In extended contexts, to draw, haul or bring along by force, typically referring to people or objects being forcibly moved. The verb can denote various degrees of physical compulsion, from gently pulling to rough dragging, depending on context. Frequently used in situations involving arrest, capture, or the removal of something or someone against their will.
Acts 17:6 · Word #5
Lexicon G4951
| Lemma | σύρω |
| Transliteration | sýrō |
| Strong's | G4951 |
| Definition | To drag or pull along (often with implied force), particularly over a surface. In extended contexts, to draw, haul or bring along by force, typically referring to people or objects being forcibly moved. The verb can denote various degrees of physical compulsion, from gently pulling to rough dragging, depending on context. Frequently used in situations involving arrest, capture, or the removal of something or someone against their will. |
Morphology V IMPF ACT IND 3P PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | V — Verb — An action or state of being |
| Tense | IMPF — Imperfect — Continuous or repeated past action |
| Voice | ACT — Active — The subject performs the action |
| Mood | IND — Indicative — States a fact or reality |
| Person | 3P — 3rd person — The one spoken about ("he/she/it/they") |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | they dragged |
| Literal | they-were-dragging |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | σύρω |
| Strong's | G4951 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G4951-01
they were dragging
| Morphological Notes | Verb; imperfect tense (past ongoing), active voice, indicative mood, 3rd person plural. |
| Rendering Rationale | The imperfect active indicative, 3rd person plural, denotes ongoing or repeated action in past time. "They were dragging" preserves the root sense of forceful pulling while reflecting the continuous past aspect. |
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