Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δεσμεύω”
Understanding desmeúō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
bind. - to be a binder (captor), i.e. to enchain (a prisoner), to tie on (a load)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δεσμεύω
Phoneticdes-myoo'-o
Transliterationdesmeúō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
bind. - to be a binder (captor), i.e. to enchain (a prisoner), to tie on (a load)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:4 | “For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.” Word: δεσμεύω (desmeúō) | |
| Acts 22:4 | “And I persecuted this way unto the death, binding and delivering into prisons both men and women.” Word: δεσμεύω (desmeúō) |