Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκκακέω”
Understanding ekkakéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
faint, be weary. - to be (bad or) weak, i.e. (by implication) to fail (in heart)
G1573
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκκακέω
Phoneticek-kak-eh'-o
Transliterationekkakéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
faint, be weary. - to be (bad or) weak, i.e. (by implication) to fail (in heart)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 18:1 | “And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;” Word: ἐκκακέω (ekkakéō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 4:16 | “For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.” Word: ἐκκακέω (ekkakéō) | |
| Galatians 6:9 | “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” Word: ἐκκακέω (ekkakéō) | |
| Ephesians 3:13 | “Wherefore I desire that ye faint not at my tribulations for you, which is your glory.” Word: ἐκκακέω (ekkakéō) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 3:13 | “But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing.” Word: ἐκκακέω (ekkakéō) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
6x
Most Frequent Book
2 Corinthians