σήπω
sēpō
G4595
G:V
Greek
to rot
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Greek
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Sepo describes riches as having reached a ruined, decayed condition in James 5:2.
Its sole attested use depicts riches as having already reached a decayed or ruined state in James 5:2.
Senses in use
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Having become decayed or ruined · dominant
In James 5:2, σέσηπεν is a third-person singular perfect active indicative in the clause about “your riches.” The perfect form presents their decay as an accomplished condition; the APB renders the clause, “Your riches have rotted.”
In the Anselm Project Bible: In James 5:2 the APB presents the clause as “Your riches have rotted.” This wording confirms the verse’s portrayal of decay without establishing finer distinctions.