The meaning of “θεραπεύω”
Understanding therapeúō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
cure, heal, worship. - to wait upon menially, i.e. (figuratively) to adore (God), or (specially) to relieve (of disease)
θεραπεύω
cure, heal, worship. - to wait upon menially, i.e. (figuratively) to adore (God), or (specially) to relieve (of disease)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:15 | “But when Jesus knew it, he withdrew himself from thence: and great multitudes followed him, and he healed them all;” Word: θεραπεύω (therapeúō) | |
| Mark 3:15 | “And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils:” Word: θεραπεύω (therapeúō) | |
| Luke 8:2 | “And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils,” Word: θεραπεύω (therapeúō) | |
| John 5:10 | “The Jews therefore said unto him that was cured, It is the sabbath day: it is not lawful for thee to carry thy bed.” Word: θεραπεύω (therapeúō) | |
| Acts 8:7 | “For unclean spirits, crying with loud voice, came out of many that were possessed with them: and many taken with palsies, and that were lame, were healed.” Word: θεραπεύω (therapeúō) |