### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **anadídōmi**, represented by `{{G325}}`, describes the act of delivering something. It appears only **1 time** in **1 unique verse** in the Bible. Its sole use points to a formal or official act of handing something over.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The single use of `{{G325}}` occurs in [[Acts 23:33]]. In this verse, those escorting Paul (`{{G3972}}`) arrive in Caesarea (`{{G2542}}`) and **deliver** a letter (`{{G1992}} epistolḗ`) to the governor (`{{G2232}} hēgemṓn`). This act is part of a larger sequence of events where Paul is also presented (`{{G3936}} parístēmi`) before this authority, signifying a transfer of custody and information.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words clarify the context of this delivery:
* `{{G1992}}` **epistolḗ** (a written message): This is the object that is delivered. It is used elsewhere to refer to Paul's letters to the churches, which were intended to be read and obeyed [[2 Thessalonians 3:14]].
* `{{G2232}}` **hēgemṓn** (a leader, i.e. chief person (or figuratively, place) of a province): This defines the recipient of the delivery as a figure of official authority, such as when Jesus was delivered to Pilate the governor [[Matthew 27:2]].
* `{{G3936}}` **parístēmi** (to stand beside, i.e. (transitively) to exhibit, proffer... present): This action occurs alongside the delivery of the letter, as Paul is presented before the governor. The word is also used to describe presenting oneself to God [[Romans 12:1]].
### Theological Significance
While extremely rare, the use of `{{G325}}` carries a specific procedural weight.
* **Formal Transfer:** The word's context in [[Acts 23:33]] shows a formal handover of an official document, an **epistle** (`{{G1992}}`), to a legal authority, the **governor** (`{{G2232}}`).
* **Accompanied Presentation:** The delivery of the letter is directly linked to the presentation of a person. After the letter is **delivered** (`{{G325}}`), Paul (`{{G3972}}`) is also **presented** (`{{G3936}}`) before the governor [[Acts 23:33]].
* **Procedural Act:** The action marks a key step in a legal or administrative process, ensuring that both the message and the person involved are brought before the correct authority.
### Summary
In summary, `{{G325}}` **anadídōmi** is a highly specific term for a formal delivery. Though used only once, its context in [[Acts 23:33]] clearly defines it as the act of handing over a written document to an official. It functions within a narrative of transfer, alongside the presentation of a person to a ruling authority, illustrating a crucial step in a chain of events.
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