Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκκρέμαμαι”
Understanding ekkrémamai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice from ἐκ and κρεμάννυμι be very attentive. - to hang upon the lips of a speaker, i.e. listen closely
G1582
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκκρέμαμαι
Phoneticek-krem'-am-ahee
Transliterationekkrémamai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice from ἐκ and κρεμάννυμι be very attentive. - to hang upon the lips of a speaker, i.e. listen closely
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 19:48 | “And could not find what they might do: for all the people were very attentive to hear him. ” Word: ἐκκρέμαμαι (ekkrémamai) |