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The meaning of ἀγανακτέω

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

Definition

be much (sore) displeased, have (be moved with, with) indignation. - akin to the base of ἀγκάλη) - to be greatly afflict...

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ἀγανακτέω

Phoneticag-an-ak-teh'-o
Transliterationaganaktéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

be much (sore) displeased, have (be moved with, with) indignation. - akin to the base of ἀγκάλη) - to be greatly afflicted, i.e. (figuratively) indignant

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

7 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 21:15

And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son of David; they were sore displeased,

Word: ἀγανακτέω (aganaktéō)
Mark 10:41

And when the ten heard it, they began to be much displeased with James and John.

Word: ἀγανακτέω (aganaktéō)
Luke 13:14

And the ruler of the synagogue answered with indignation, because that Jesus had healed on the sabbath day, and said unto the people, There are six days in which men ought to work: in them therefore come and be healed, and not on the sabbath day.

Word: ἀγανακτέω (aganaktéō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Matthew
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