Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κατακαλύπτω”
Understanding katakalýptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
cover, hide. - to cover wholly, i.e. veil
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κατακαλύπτω
Phonetickat-ak-al-oop'-to
Transliterationkatakalýptō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
cover, hide. - to cover wholly, i.e. veil
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 11:6 | “For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered.” Word: κατακαλύπτω (katakalýptō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 11:7 | “For a man indeed ought not to cover his head, forasmuch as he is the image and glory of God: but the woman is the glory of the man.” Word: κατακαλύπτω (katakalýptō) |