Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκτρέπω”
Understanding ektrépō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
avoid, turn (aside, out of the way). - to deflect, i.e. turn away (literally or figuratively)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκτρέπω
Phoneticek-trep'-o
Transliterationektrépō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
avoid, turn (aside, out of the way). - to deflect, i.e. turn away (literally or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
5 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Timothy 1:6 | “From which some having swerved have turned aside unto vain jangling;” Word: ἐκτρέπω (ektrépō) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:15 | “For some are already turned aside after Satan.” Word: ἐκτρέπω (ektrépō) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:20 | “O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called:” Word: ἐκτρέπω (ektrépō) | |
| 2 Timothy 4:4 | “And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.” Word: ἐκτρέπω (ektrépō) | |
| Hebrews 12:13 | “And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed.” Word: ἐκτρέπω (ektrépō) |