Greek Word Study
The meaning of “γηράσκω”
Understanding gēráskō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
be (wax) old. - to be senescent
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
γηράσκω
Phoneticghay-ras'-ko
Transliterationgēráskō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
be (wax) old. - to be senescent
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 21:18 | “Verily, verily, I say unto thee, When thou wast young, thou girdedst thyself, and walkedst whither thou wouldest: but when thou shalt be old, thou shalt stretch forth thy hands, and another shall gird thee, and carry thee whither thou wouldest not.” Word: γηράσκω (gēráskō) | |
| Hebrews 8:13 | “In that he saith, A new covenant, he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old is ready to vanish away. ” Word: γηράσκω (gēráskō) |