Greek Word Study
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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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
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
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |