### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **kataménō**, represented by `{{G2650}}`, is derived from κατά and μένω and means to **stay fully** or reside. It is a specific term indicating a settled dwelling. This word appears only **1 time** in **1 unique verse**, highlighting a very particular moment in the biblical narrative.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
In its sole biblical usage, `{{G2650}}` describes the actions of the apostles immediately following their return to Jerusalem. After they had come in, they went up into an **upper room** where they **abode** [[Acts 1:13]]. The verse specifies that this group included Peter, James, John, Andrew, and the other apostles. The use of **kataménō** here emphasizes that this was not a brief visit but a settled residence where they remained together.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words from its context in [[Acts 1:13]] help to illuminate the meaning of residing fully:
* `{{G1525}}` **eisérchomai** (to enter): This word signifies the disciples' initial action of coming into the city. It is used in scripture for both literal entry, as into a house, and figurative entry, such as when sin **entered** the world [[Romans 5:12]] or when one may **enter** the kingdom of God [[John 3:5]].
* `{{G305}}` **anabaínō** (to go up): This details the disciples' movement to the upper room. The term also has significant spiritual connotations, as it is used to describe Jesus's action when he says, "I **ascend** unto my Father" [[John 20:17]], and the movement of angels **ascending** to heaven [[John 1:51]].
* `{{G5253}}` **hyperōion** (upper chamber): This specifies the location where the disciples **abode**. The **upper room** is shown to be a significant place for early believers, used for gathering [[Acts 20:8]] and where the body of Dorcas was laid after her death [[Acts 9:37]].
* `{{G2258}}` **ēn** (was/were): This verb of being is used with `{{G2650}}` to describe the state of abiding. It is a foundational word, famously used to state that "In the beginning **was** the Word" [[John 1:1]] and to describe a former state, as in "ye **were** as sheep going astray" [[1 Peter 2:25]].
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{G2650}}` is found entirely within its unique context, pointing to a moment of transition and unity.
* **Apostolic Fellowship:** The act of abiding together in the **upper room** [[Acts 1:13]] establishes a foundational moment of church fellowship. This theme is connected to the description of the early church's devotion, where believers "continued stedfastly" in doctrine and fellowship [[Acts 2:42]].
* **A Place of Gathering:** By choosing to **abide** in an **upper room**, the disciples consecrate this type of space as a center for the faithful. The **upper chamber** becomes a recurring location for important community events, such as when believers were gathered together with many lights [[Acts 20:8]].
* **An Earthly Response to Ascension:** The disciples "went up" (`anabaínō`) to this room to reside just after Christ's own ascension (`anabaínō`) to the Father [[John 20:17]]. Their physical act of going up and staying together serves as a collective, earthly response to Jesus's heavenly departure.
### Summary
In summary, `{{G2650}}` is more than just a word for staying; it signifies a purposeful and full residence. Its single use in [[Acts 1:13]] powerfully captures the unity and settled waiting of the apostles in the **upper room**. Surrounded by the actions of entering, going up, and being together, **kataménō** illustrates how a specific word, though rare, can define a pivotal moment of fellowship and transition for the early church.
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