Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκτρέφω”
Understanding ektréphō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
bring up, nourish. - to rear up to maturity, i.e. (genitive case) to cherish or train
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκτρέφω
Phoneticek-tref'-o
Transliterationektréphō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
bring up, nourish. - to rear up to maturity, i.e. (genitive case) to cherish or train
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ephesians 5:29 | “For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church:” Word: ἐκτρέφω (ektréphō) | |
| Ephesians 6:4 | “And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.” Word: ἐκτρέφω (ektréphō) |