Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκκλίνω”
Understanding ekklínō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
avoid, eschew, go out of the way. - to deviate, i.e. (absolutely) to shun (literally or figuratively), or (relatively) t...
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκκλίνω
Phoneticek-klee'-no
Transliterationekklínō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
avoid, eschew, go out of the way. - to deviate, i.e. (absolutely) to shun (literally or figuratively), or (relatively) to decline (from piety)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 3:12 | “They are all gone out of the way, they are together become unprofitable; there is none that doeth good, no, not one.” Word: ἐκκλίνω (ekklínō) | |
| Romans 16:17 | “Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them.” Word: ἐκκλίνω (ekklínō) | |
| 1 Peter 3:11 | “Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.” Word: ἐκκλίνω (ekklínō) |