### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **perilámpō**, represented by `{{G4034}}`, means to **illuminate all around** or to **shine round about**. Formed from the words περί and λάμπω, it describes a light that envelops its subject. It appears only **2 times** in **2 unique verses**, making it a rare but specific term for a powerful manifestation of light.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The two uses of `{{G4034}}` occur in pivotal moments of divine revelation. In one account, an angel of the Lord appeared, and "the glory of the Lord **shone round about** them," causing great fear [[Luke 2:9]]. In the other, Paul recounts seeing a "light from heaven, above the brightness of the sun, **shining round about**" him and his companions on their journey [[Acts 26:13]]. In both instances, the word describes a supernatural, surrounding light that signifies a heavenly presence.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words help clarify the nature of this divine illumination:
* `{{G1391}}` **dóxa** (glory): This term is directly associated with `{{G4034}}` when the **glory** of the Lord shines [[Luke 2:9]]. It is used throughout scripture to signify God's manifest presence, honor, and majesty.
* `{{G2987}}` **lamprótēs** (brightness): This word emphasizes the sheer intensity of the light, which was "above the **brightness** of the sun" [[Acts 26:13]].
* `{{G5457}}` **phōs** (light): This is the substance of the phenomenon itself, described as "a **light** from heaven" [[Acts 26:13]]. The term is theologically significant, as God is called the "Father of **lights**" [[James 1:17]] and Jesus identifies himself as "the **light** of the world" [[John 8:12]].
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{G4034}}` is found in its specific application to divine encounters.
* **Sign of Divine Presence:** The act of "shining round about" serves as an unmistakable marker of a communication from God, whether through an angel [[Luke 2:9]] or from Christ himself [[Acts 26:13]].
* **Overwhelming Glory:** This is not a gentle glow but an all-encompassing radiance. It is described as the Lord's "glory" `{{G1391}}` and a heavenly "light" `{{G5457}}` so intense it surpasses the sun's "brightness" `{{G2987}}`.
* **A Call to See:** The event described in Acts is explicitly for the purpose of turning people "from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God" [[Acts 26:18]], showing the revelatory purpose of this divine illumination.
### Summary
In summary, `{{G4034}}` is a precise verb used for rare but critical moments of heavenly manifestation. Though used only twice, it powerfully conveys the concept of being completely enveloped by a divine light. It connects the physical event of "shining round about" with the profound realities of God's **glory** `{{G1391}}` and the revelatory power of His **light** `{{G5457}}`.
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