Greek Word Study
The meaning of “καταχράομαι”
Understanding katachráomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
abuse. - to overuse, i.e. misuse
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
καταχράομαι
Phonetickat-akh-rah'-om-ahee
Transliterationkatachráomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
abuse. - to overuse, i.e. misuse
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 7:31 | “And they that use this world, as not abusing it: for the fashion of this world passeth away.” Word: καταχράομαι (katachráomai) | |
| 1 Corinthians 9:18 | “What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel.” Word: καταχράομαι (katachráomai) |