Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκλείπω”
Understanding ekleípō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
fail. - to omit, i.e. (by implication) cease (die)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκλείπω
Phoneticek-li'-po
Transliterationekleípō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
fail. - to omit, i.e. (by implication) cease (die)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 16:9 | “And I say unto you, Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, they may receive you into everlasting habitations.” Word: ἐκλείπω (ekleípō) | |
| Luke 22:32 | “But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.” Word: ἐκλείπω (ekleípō) | |
| Hebrews 1:12 | “And as a vesture shalt thou fold them up, and they shall be changed: but thou art the same, and thy years shall not fail.” Word: ἐκλείπω (ekleípō) |