Greek Word Study
The meaning of “καταπονέω”
Understanding kataponéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
oppress, vex. - to labor down, i.e. wear with toil (figuratively, harass)
G2669
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
καταπονέω
Phonetickat-ap-on-eh'-o
Transliterationkataponéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
oppress, vex. - to labor down, i.e. wear with toil (figuratively, harass)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 7:24 | “And seeing one of them suffer wrong, he defended him, and avenged him that was oppressed, and smote the Egyptian:” Word: καταπονέω (kataponéō) | |
| 2 Peter 2:7 | “And delivered just Lot, vexed with the filthy conversation of the wicked:” Word: καταπονέω (kataponéō) |