Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ζάω”
Understanding záō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
a primary verb life(-time), (a-)live(-ly), quick. - to live (literally or figuratively)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ζάω
Phoneticdzah'-o
Transliterationzáō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a primary verb life(-time), (a-)live(-ly), quick. - to live (literally or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
127 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 22:32 | “I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob? God is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” Word: ζάω (záō) | |
| Acts 20:12 | “And they brought the young man alive, and were not a little comforted.” Word: ζάω (záō) | |
| Galatians 3:11 | “But that no man is justified by the law in the sight of God, it is evident: for, The just shall live by faith.” Word: ζάω (záō) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:6 | “But she that liveth in pleasure is dead while she liveth.” Word: ζάω (záō) | |
| James 4:15 | “For that ye ought to say, If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this, or that.” Word: ζάω (záō) |