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The meaning of κακόω

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

Definition

make evil affected, entreat evil, harm, hurt, vex. - to injure - figuratively, to exasperate

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κακόω

Phonetickak-o'-o
Transliterationkakóō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

make evil affected, entreat evil, harm, hurt, vex. - to injure - figuratively, to exasperate

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

6 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 12:1

Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church.

Word: κακόω (kakóō)
1 Peter 3:13

And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?

Word: κακόω (kakóō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
6x
Most Frequent Book
Acts
Book Distribution

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