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The Greek word hallomai

Found in just three New Testament references (Jn. 4:14; Acts 3:8; 14:10), the Greek verb “hallomai” meant “leap.” When speaking to a Samaritan woman Jesus spoke about water “springing up” to eternal life (Jn. 4:14). After a lame man was healed he “leaped” (Acts 3:8). A similar miracle is recorded in Acts 14:10.