Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἑλκόω”
Understanding helkóō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
full of sores. - to cause to ulcerate, i.e. (passively) be ulcerous
G1669
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἑλκόω
Phonetichel-ko'-o
Transliterationhelkóō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
full of sores. - to cause to ulcerate, i.e. (passively) be ulcerous
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 16:20 | “And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores,” Word: ἑλκόω (helkóō) |