Greek Word Study

The meaning of ἐρεθίζω

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

Definition

provoke. - to stimulate (especially to anger)

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ἐρεθίζω

Phoneticer-eth-id'-zo
Transliterationerethízō
Grammar Code
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Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

provoke. - to stimulate (especially to anger)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
2 Corinthians 9:2

For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.

Word: ἐρεθίζω (erethízō)
Colossians 3:21

Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.

Word: ἐρεθίζω (erethízō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
2 Corinthians
Book Distribution

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