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The meaning of θριαμβεύω

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

Definition

(cause) to triumph (over). - and a derivative of ἅπτομαι (meaning a noisy iambus, sung in honor of Bacchus) - to make an...

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θριαμβεύω

Phoneticthree-am-byoo'-o
Transliterationthriambeúō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

(cause) to triumph (over). - and a derivative of ἅπτομαι (meaning a noisy iambus, sung in honor of Bacchus) - to make an acclamatory procession, i.e. (figuratively) to conquer or (by Hebraism) to give victory

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
2 Corinthians 2:14

Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.

Word: θριαμβεύω (thriambeúō)
Colossians 2:15

And having spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.

Word: θριαμβεύω (thriambeúō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
2 Corinthians
Book Distribution

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