Hupostole denotes the withdrawal or shrinking back rejected in the contrast of Hebrews 10:39.

The attested use denotes a shrinking back or withdrawal set in contrast with faith and preservation in Hebrews 10:39.

1. Withdrawal expressed as shrinking back · dominant

   In Hebrews 10:39, the genitive singular feminine form occurs in the description of those from whom the speakers distinguish themselves; the APB renders the clause "we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed," contrasting them with those who have faith and preserve their souls.

   Hebrews 10:39

In the Anselm Project Bible: In Hebrews 10:39, the APB presents the clause with "shrink back." This rendering confirms the verse-level contrast without isolating every element of the Greek expression.