The meaning of “καρποφορέω”
Understanding karpophoréō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
be (bear, bring forth) fruit(-ful). - to be fertile (literally or figuratively)
καρποφορέω
be (bear, bring forth) fruit(-ful). - to be fertile (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 13:23 | “But he that received seed into the good ground is he that heareth the word, and understandeth it; which also beareth fruit, and bringeth forth, some an hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.” Word: καρποφορέω (karpophoréō) | |
| Mark 4:28 | “For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.” Word: καρποφορέω (karpophoréō) | |
| Luke 8:15 | “But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with patience.” Word: καρποφορέω (karpophoréō) | |
| Romans 7:5 | “For when we were in the flesh, the motions of sins, which were by the law, did work in our members to bring forth fruit unto death.” Word: καρποφορέω (karpophoréō) | |
| Colossians 1:10 | “That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;” Word: καρποφορέω (karpophoréō) |