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Helpeth (συναντιλαμβάνεται)
Only here and Luk 10:40, on which see note. “Λαμβάνεται taketh. Precisely the same verb in precisely the same phrase, which is translated 'took our infirmities',” Mat 8:17 (Bushnell).
As we ought (καθὸ δεῖ)
Not with reference to the form of prayer, but to the circumstances: in proportion to the need. Compare 2Co 8:12; 1Pe 4:13.
Maketh intercession for (ὑπερεντυγχάνει)
Only here in the New Testament. The verb ἐντυγχάνω means to light upon or fall in with; to go to meet for consultation, conversation, or supplication. So Act 25:24, “dealt with,” Rev., “made suit.” Compare Rom 8:34; Rom 11:2; Heb 7:25.
Which cannot be uttered (ἀλαλήτοις)
This may mean either unutterable or unuttered.