This verb means to run downward or rush to a place, especially from higher ground. Acts 21:32 describes the Roman commander who, hearing about the riot, 'immediately took soldiers and centurions and ran down to them.' The aorist indicates swift, decisive action—he rushed from the Fortress Antonia down into the temple courts. Classical usage shows running down from elevation, disembarking by rushing to shore, or military running down of enemies. The 'down' prefix fits the topography—the fortress overlooked the temple. The multilingual witnesses preserve the rushing/running imagery. This quick military intervention saves Paul's life.