Greek Word Study

The meaning of ἀθλέω

Understanding athléō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

strive. - to contend in the competitive games

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ἀθλέω

Phoneticath-leh'-o
Transliterationathléō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

strive. - to contend in the competitive games

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
2 Timothy 2:5

And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.

Word: ἀθλέω (athléō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
1x
Most Frequent Book
2 Timothy
Book Distribution

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