Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ζωογονέω”
Understanding zōogonéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
live, preserve. - to engender alive, i.e. (by analogy) to rescue (passively, be saved) from death
G2225
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ζωογονέω
Phoneticdzo-og-on-eh'-o
Transliterationzōogonéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
live, preserve. - to engender alive, i.e. (by analogy) to rescue (passively, be saved) from death
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 17:33 | “Whosoever shall seek to save his life shall lose it; and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve it.” Word: ζωογονέω (zōogonéō) | |
| Acts 7:19 | “The same dealt subtilly with our kindred, and evil entreated our fathers, so that they cast out their young children, to the end they might not live.” Word: ζωογονέω (zōogonéō) |