σκιρτάωskirtáō
to leap: Luke 1:41, Luke 1:44, Luke 6:23.
Greek (New Testament) · G4640
Where it appears
Appears 3 times in the Bible.
- Luke 1:41 At the sound of Mary’s greeting, Elizabeth’s child leaped within her, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.
- Luke 1:44 When I heard your greeting, the baby in my womb jumped for joy.
- Luke 6:23 When that happens, be happy! Yes, leap for joy! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, their ancestors treated the ancient prophets that same way.
Source: G. Abbott-Smith, A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament (1922), public domain.