Greek Word Study
The meaning of “εὐθύνω”
Understanding euthýnō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
governor, make straight. - to straighten (level) - technically, to steer
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
εὐθύνω
Phoneticyoo-thoo'-no
Transliterationeuthýnō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
governor, make straight. - to straighten (level) - technically, to steer
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 1:23 | “He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, Make straight the way of the Lord, as said the prophet Esaias.” Word: εὐθύνω (euthýnō) | |
| James 3:4 | “Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and are driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm, whithersoever the governor listeth.” Word: εὐθύνω (euthýnō) |