STRONGS NT 4363: προσπίπτωπροσπίπτω: imperfect προσέπιπτον; 2 aor, 3 person singular προσέπεσε, 3 person plural (Matthew 7:25) προσέπεσον R G. προσέπεσαν T Tr WH (see πίπτω, at the beginning), participle feminine προσπεσοῦσα; from Homer down; properly, to fall toward, fall upon (πρός, IV. 1) i. e.

1. to fall forward, to fall down, prostrate oneself before, in homage or supplication: with the dative of a person, at one's feet, Mark 3:11; Mark 5:33; Luke 8:28, 47; Acts 16:29 (Psalm 94:6 (); Polybius, Plutarch, others); τοῖς γόνασι τίνος, Luke 5:8 (Euripides, Or. 1332; Plutarch); πρός τούς πόδας τίνος, Mark 7:25.

2. to rush upon, beat against: τῇ οἰκία (of winds beating against a house), Matthew 7:25 (not Lachmann; cf. προσπαίω).

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of falling down in reverence or supplication is also present in the Hebrew Scriptures, though the specific Greek term προσπίπτω does not have a direct Hebrew equivalent. However, similar actions are described using Hebrew verbs such as:

• Strong's Hebrew 5307 (נָפַל, naphal): To fall, often used in contexts of falling prostrate before someone in worship or supplication.
• Strong's Hebrew 7812 (שָׁחָה, shachah): To bow down, to prostrate oneself, commonly used in acts of worship or homage.

These Hebrew terms capture the essence of the act described by προσπίπτω, emphasizing the continuity of this gesture of reverence across both Testaments.

Usage: The verb προσπίπτω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of falling down before someone, typically in a gesture of respect, worship, or earnest appeal. It conveys a physical act of submission or entreaty.

Context: The Greek verb προσπίπτω appears in several New Testament passages, illustrating moments of deep reverence, desperation, or supplication. This term is often used in contexts where individuals approach Jesus or other figures of authority with a profound sense of urgency or respect.

In the Berean Standard Bible, προσπίπτω is used in the following contexts:

• Mark 5:22: "A synagogue leader named Jairus came, and seeing Jesus, he fell at His feet." Here, Jairus demonstrates his desperation and faith by physically prostrating himself before Jesus, seeking healing for his daughter.

• Mark 7:25: "Instead, as soon as she heard about Jesus, a woman whose little daughter had an unclean spirit came and fell at His feet." This passage highlights the woman's urgent plea for her daughter's deliverance, showing her recognition of Jesus' authority and power.

• Acts 16:29: "Calling for lights, the jailer rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas." The jailer's action signifies his awe and fear after witnessing the miraculous events surrounding Paul and Silas' imprisonment.

The act of προσπίπτω is not merely a physical gesture but often signifies a deeper acknowledgment of authority, divinity, or the need for mercy. It reflects the cultural and religious practices of the time, where falling at someone's feet was a common expression of humility and supplication.