Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπακολουθέω”
Understanding epakolouthéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
follow (after). - to accompany
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπακολουθέω
Phoneticep-ak-ol-oo-theh'-o
Transliterationepakolouthéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
follow (after). - to accompany
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 16:20 | “And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen. ” Word: ἐπακολουθέω (epakolouthéō) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:10 | “Well reported of for good works; if she have brought up children, if she have lodged strangers, if she have washed the saints’ feet, if she have relieved the afflicted, if she have diligently followed every good work.” Word: ἐπακολουθέω (epakolouthéō) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:24 | “Some men’s sins are open beforehand, going before to judgment; and some men they follow after.” Word: ἐπακολουθέω (epakolouthéō) | |
| 1 Peter 2:21 | “For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:” Word: ἐπακολουθέω (epakolouthéō) |