Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπιορκέω”
Understanding epiorkéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
forswear self. - to commit perjury
G1964
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπιορκέω
Phoneticep-ee-or-keh'-o
Transliterationepiorkéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
forswear self. - to commit perjury
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 5:33 | “Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths:” Word: ἐπιορκέω (epiorkéō) |