### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Greek word **augázō**, represented by `{{G826}}`, means to **beam forth** or **shine** in a figurative sense. Its extreme rarity, appearing only **1 time** in **1 unique verse** in the Bible, makes its single application highly significant. The word is derived from αὐγή, suggesting a radiant beaming.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The sole appearance of `{{G826}}` is in [[2 Corinthians 4:4]]. In this passage, it is used to describe an action that is being prevented. The "god of this world" has **blinded** the minds of unbelievers specifically to stop the light of the gospel from being able to **shine** unto them. Therefore, `{{G826}}` highlights the inherent, illuminating power of the gospel of Christ, which is actively opposed by spiritual forces.
### Related Words & Concepts
Several related words in its immediate context clarify the meaning of `{{G826}}`:
* `{{G5186}}` **typhlóō** (to make blind): Defined as to **obscure** figuratively, this word represents the direct counter-action to `{{G826}}`. It is the blinding of minds that prevents the gospel light from shining [[2 Corinthians 4:4]]. This same word is used elsewhere to describe how darkness has **blinded** the eyes of one who hates his brother [[1 John 2:11]].
* `{{G5462}}` **phōtismós** (light): This is the "illumination" that is meant to **shine** `{{G826}}`. It is the **light** of the gospel of Christ [[2 Corinthians 4:4]]. God is the source of this illumination, giving "the **light** of the knowledge of the glory of God" [[2 Corinthians 4:6]].
* `{{G1391}}` **dóxa** (glory): This term for **glory** or **honour** describes the nature of the gospel's light. It is the light of the "glorious gospel" [[2 Corinthians 4:4]]. This same **glory** is a central theme, referring to the **glory** of Christ [[John 1:14]], the "Father of **glory**" [[Ephesians 1:17]], and the ultimate hope for believers [[Colossians 1:27]].
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{G826}}` is revealed by its context.
* **Spiritual Conflict:** Its use in [[2 Corinthians 4:4]] frames the proclamation of the gospel as a spiritual battle. The action of the gospel shining forth is directly opposed by the "god of this world," who actively works to **blind** `{{G5186}}` the minds of unbelievers.
* **Illumination of the Gospel:** The light that is meant to **shine** `{{G826}}` is not a physical phenomenon but the spiritual **light** `{{G5462}}` of the gospel. This illumination reveals the **glory** `{{G1391}}` of Christ, who is the very image of God.
* **Divine Source:** The power for the gospel to **shine** originates with God. This is affirmed when the text states that God, who commanded light from darkness, "hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God" [[2 Corinthians 4:6]].
### Summary
In summary, while **augázō** `{{G826}}` is used only once, it plays a pivotal role in its context. It represents the active, penetrating nature of the gospel's truth. Set against the opposing force of spiritual blindness, the word illustrates that the gospel possesses an inherent radiance—a figurative beaming forth—that is designed to illuminate the human mind with the knowledge and glory of God in Christ.
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