Greek Word Study
The meaning of “βυθίζω”
Understanding bythízō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
begin to sink, drown. - to sink - by implication, to drown
G1036
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
βυθίζω
Phoneticboo-thid'-zo
Transliterationbythízō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
begin to sink, drown. - to sink - by implication, to drown
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 5:7 | “And they beckoned unto their partners, which were in the other ship, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the ships, so that they began to sink.” Word: βυθίζω (bythízō) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:9 | “But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.” Word: βυθίζω (bythízō) |