The meaning of “γρηγορεύω”
Understanding grēgoreúō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
be vigilant, wake, (be) watch(-ful). - to keep awake, i.e. watch (literally or figuratively)
γρηγορεύω
be vigilant, wake, (be) watch(-ful). - to keep awake, i.e. watch (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:38 | “Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me.” Word: γρηγορεύω (grēgoreúō) | |
| Mark 14:34 | “And saith unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful unto death: tarry ye here, and watch.” Word: γρηγορεύω (grēgoreúō) | |
| Luke 12:39 | “And this know, that if the goodman of the house had known what hour the thief would come, he would have watched, and not have suffered his house to be broken through.” Word: γρηγορεύω (grēgoreúō) | |
| Acts 20:31 | “Therefore watch, and remember, that by the space of three years I ceased not to warn every one night and day with tears.” Word: γρηγορεύω (grēgoreúō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 16:13 | “Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.” Word: γρηγορεύω (grēgoreúō) |