Greek Word Study
The meaning of “καταβιβάζω”
Understanding katabibázō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
bring (thrust) down. - to cause to go down, i.e. precipitate
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
καταβιβάζω
Phonetickat-ab-ib-ad'-zo
Transliterationkatabibázō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
bring (thrust) down. - to cause to go down, i.e. precipitate
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 11:23 | “And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted unto heaven, shalt be brought down to hell: for if the mighty works, which have been done in thee, had been done in Sodom, it would have remained until this day.” Word: καταβιβάζω (katabibázō) | |
| Luke 10:15 | “And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted to heaven, shalt be thrust down to hell.” Word: καταβιβάζω (katabibázō) |