Greek Word Study
The meaning of “διχοτομέω”
Understanding dichotoméō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
cut asunder (in sunder). - to bisect, i.e. (by extension) to flog severely
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
διχοτομέω
Phoneticdee-khot-om-eh'-o
Transliterationdichotoméō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
cut asunder (in sunder). - to bisect, i.e. (by extension) to flog severely
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 24:51 | “And shall cut him asunder, and appoint him his portion with the hypocrites: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. ” Word: διχοτομέω (dichotoméō) | |
| Luke 12:46 | “The lord of that servant will come in a day when he looketh not for him, and at an hour when he is not aware, and will cut him in sunder, and will appoint him his portion with the unbelievers.” Word: διχοτομέω (dichotoméō) |