The meaning of “θεμελιόω”
Understanding themelióō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(lay the) found(- ation), ground, settle. - to lay a basis for, i.e. (literally) erect, or (figuratively) consolidate
θεμελιόω
(lay the) found(- ation), ground, settle. - to lay a basis for, i.e. (literally) erect, or (figuratively) consolidate
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 7:25 | “And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock.” Word: θεμελιόω (themelióō) | |
| Luke 6:48 | “He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.” Word: θεμελιόω (themelióō) | |
| Ephesians 3:17 | “That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love,” Word: θεμελιόω (themelióō) | |
| Colossians 1:23 | “If ye continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard, and which was preached to every creature which is under heaven; whereof I Paul am made a minister;” Word: θεμελιόω (themelióō) | |
| Hebrews 1:10 | “And, Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth; and the heavens are the works of thine hands:” Word: θεμελιόω (themelióō) |