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The meaning of ἱεροσυλέω

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

Definition

commit sacrilege. - to be a temple-robber (figuratively)

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ἱεροσυλέω

Phonetichee-er-os-ool-eh'-o
Transliterationhierosyléō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

commit sacrilege. - to be a temple-robber (figuratively)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Romans 2:22

Thou that sayest a man should not commit adultery, dost thou commit adultery? thou that abhorrest idols, dost thou commit sacrilege?

Word: ἱεροσυλέω (hierosyléō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Romans
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