compel

prop., or . to force against nature law (Polyb.). to compel by force (, ): , .† to constrain by entreaty Ge 19:9 I Ki 28:23 Lk 24:29 Ac 16:15

dwong, dwongen

I urge, press, constrain by entreaties.

to urge

to force contrary to (nature), i.e. compel (by entreaty)

constrain

παρα-βιάζομαι [in LXX: Gen.19:9, 4Ki.2:17 (פָּצַר), Deu.1:43 (זוּד hi.), 1Ki.28:23 (פָּרַץ) see1. 4 * ;] 1. prop., to force against nature or law. 2. to compel by force (Polyb.). 3. to constrain by entreaty (Ge, 1Sam, ll. with): Luk.24:29, Act.16:15.† (AS)