The meaning of “θλίβω”
Understanding thlíbō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
akin to the base of τρίβος afflict, narrow, throng, suffer tribulation, trouble. - to crowd (literally or figuratively)
θλίβω
akin to the base of τρίβος afflict, narrow, throng, suffer tribulation, trouble. - to crowd (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 7:14 | “Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.” Word: θλίβω (thlíbō) | |
| Mark 3:9 | “And he spake to his disciples, that a small ship should wait on him because of the multitude, lest they should throng him.” Word: θλίβω (thlíbō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 4:8 | “We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;” Word: θλίβω (thlíbō) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 3:4 | “For verily, when we were with you, we told you before that we should suffer tribulation; even as it came to pass, and ye know.” Word: θλίβω (thlíbō) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 1:7 | “And to you who are troubled rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty angels,” Word: θλίβω (thlíbō) |