Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἱμείρομαι”
Understanding himeíromai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice from (a yearning be affectionately desirous. - of uncertain affinity) - to long for
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἱμείρομαι
Phonetichim-i'-rom-ahee
Transliterationhimeíromai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice from (a yearning be affectionately desirous. - of uncertain affinity) - to long for
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Thessalonians 2:8 | “So being affectionately desirous of you, we were willing to have imparted unto you, not the gospel of God only, but also our own souls, because ye were dear unto us.” Word: ἱμείρομαι (himeíromai) |