Greek Word Study

The meaning of ἐμπτύω

Understanding emptýō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

spit (upon). - to spit at or on

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ἐμπτύω

Phoneticemp-too'-o
Transliterationemptýō
Grammar Code
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Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

spit (upon). - to spit at or on

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

6 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 27:30

And they spit upon him, and took the reed, and smote him on the head.

Word: ἐμπτύω (emptýō)
Mark 14:65

And some began to spit on him, and to cover his face, and to buffet him, and to say unto him, Prophesy: and the servants did strike him with the palms of their hands.

Word: ἐμπτύω (emptýō)
Luke 18:32

For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on:

Word: ἐμπτύω (emptýō)

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