Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκδικέω”
Understanding ekdikéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
a (re-)venge. - to vindicate, retaliate, punish
G1556
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκδικέω
Phoneticek-dik-eh'-o
Transliterationekdikéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a (re-)venge. - to vindicate, retaliate, punish
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 18:5 | “Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me.” Word: ἐκδικέω (ekdikéō) | |
| Romans 12:19 | “Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.” Word: ἐκδικέω (ekdikéō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 10:6 | “And having in a readiness to revenge all disobedience, when your obedience is fulfilled.” Word: ἐκδικέω (ekdikéō) | |
| Revelation 19:2 | “For true and righteous are his judgments: for he hath judged the great whore, which did corrupt the earth with her fornication, and hath avenged the blood of his servants at her hand.” Word: ἐκδικέω (ekdikéō) |