### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **entynchánō**, represented by `{{G1793}}`, primarily means to confer with or entreat, either in favor of or against someone. It appears **5 times** across **5 unique verses** in the Bible. The word's usage spans from the idea of "dealing with" a person in an official capacity to the specific act of making **intercession**.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In its biblical occurrences, `{{G1793}}` carries both a legal and a spiritual weight. In a secular context, Festus reports that the multitude of the Jews had **dealt** with him concerning Paul, crying out for his execution [[Acts 25:24]]. The word is also used to describe a plea *against* someone, as when the scripture notes how Elias **maketh intercession** to God against Israel [[Romans 11:2]]. However, its most frequent use is theological, referring to divine advocacy. It describes the work of the Holy Spirit, who **maketh intercession** for the saints [[Romans 8:27]], and of Christ, who, after having **died** and been **risen again**, now sits at the right hand of God and **maketh intercession** for us [[Romans 8:34]].
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words clarify the context in which **entynchánō** is used:
* `{{G2632}}` **katakrínō** (to judge against, i.e. sentence): This word is contrasted with intercession, as seen in the question, "Who is he that **condemneth**?" which is answered by pointing to Christ's intercession [[Romans 8:34]].
* `{{G1453}}` **egeírō** (to waken... i.e. rouse... from death): Christ's power to intercede is linked to the fact that he is **risen again** [[Romans 8:34]], establishing his authority after death.
* `{{G2045}}` **ereunáō** (to seek, i.e. (figuratively) to investigate): This describes God's action of knowing the Spirit's intercession, as "he that **searcheth** the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit" [[Romans 8:27]].
* `{{G1916}}` **epiboáō** (to exclaim against): This word is used alongside `{{G1793}}` when the Jews **dealt** with Festus, **crying** that Paul should not live any longer [[Acts 25:24]].
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{G1793}}` is significant, particularly in the context of salvation and the believer's relationship with God.
* **Christ's Priestly Intercession:** The word defines a key aspect of Christ's ongoing work. Because He ever lives to **make intercession**, He is **able** to **save** completely those who approach God through Him [[Hebrews 7:25]]. This act of intercession stands as the answer to any condemnation [[Romans 8:34]].
* **The Spirit's Help:** The concept extends to the Holy Spirit, who also **maketh intercession** for the saints [[Romans 8:27]]. This action is aligned with the will of God, who **searcheth** the hearts and knows the mind of the Spirit.
* **Advocacy For and Against:** `{{G1793}}` shows that petitioning can be directed both for and against others. While Christ and the Spirit intercede *for* believers, Elias is shown making **intercession** *against* Israel [[Romans 11:2]], illustrating the word's use as a term for appeal.
### Summary
In summary, `{{G1793}}` is a versatile word that conveys the act of petitioning or conferring with an authority. While it can describe a formal complaint, as when the Jews **dealt** with Festus [[Acts 25:24]], or a plea against a people [[Romans 11:2]], its profoundest meaning is found in its theological application. It articulates the essential Christian doctrine of divine intercession, carried out by both Christ at the right hand of God [[Romans 8:34]] and the Holy Spirit [[Romans 8:27]], securing salvation for the saints.
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