Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κάμπτω”
Understanding kámptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
apparently a primary verb bow. - to bend
G2578
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κάμπτω
Phonetickamp'-to
Transliterationkámptō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
apparently a primary verb bow. - to bend
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 11:4 | “But what saith the answer of God unto him? I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal.” Word: κάμπτω (kámptō) | |
| Romans 14:11 | “For it is written, As I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.” Word: κάμπτω (kámptō) | |
| Ephesians 3:14 | “For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,” Word: κάμπτω (kámptō) | |
| Philippians 2:10 | “That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;” Word: κάμπτω (kámptō) |