The meaning of “καταρτίζω”
Understanding katartízō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
fit, frame, mend, (make) perfect(-ly join together), prepare, restore. - to complete thoroughly, i.e. repair (literally ...
καταρτίζω
fit, frame, mend, (make) perfect(-ly join together), prepare, restore. - to complete thoroughly, i.e. repair (literally or figuratively) or adjust
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 21:16 | “And said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus saith unto them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou hast perfected praise?” Word: καταρτίζω (katartízō) | |
| Luke 6:40 | “The disciple is not above his master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his master.” Word: καταρτίζω (katartízō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 1:10 | “Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.” Word: καταρτίζω (katartízō) | |
| Galatians 6:1 | “Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.” Word: καταρτίζω (katartízō) | |
| Hebrews 11:3 | “Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.” Word: καταρτίζω (katartízō) |