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The meaning of καθήκω

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

Definition

convenient, fit. - to reach to, i.e. (neuter of present active participle, figuratively as adjective) becoming

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καθήκω

Phonetickath-ay'-ko
Transliterationkathḗkō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

convenient, fit. - to reach to, i.e. (neuter of present active participle, figuratively as adjective) becoming

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 22:22

And they gave him audience unto this word, and then lifted up their voices, and said, Away with such a fellow from the earth: for it is not fit that he should live.

Word: καθήκω (kathḗkō)
Romans 1:28

And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient;

Word: καθήκω (kathḗkō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Acts
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