Greek Word Study

The meaning of ἐμφυσάω

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

Definition

breathe on. - to blow at or on

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ἐμφυσάω

Phoneticem-foo-sah'-o
Transliterationemphysáō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

breathe on. - to blow at or on

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
John 20:22

And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost:

Word: ἐμφυσάω (emphysáō)

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