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The meaning of κατισχύω

Understanding katischýō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

prevail (against). - to overpower

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κατισχύω

Phonetickat-is-khoo'-o
Transliterationkatischýō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

prevail (against). - to overpower

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 16:18

And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.

Word: κατισχύω (katischýō)
Luke 23:23

And they were instant with loud voices, requiring that he might be crucified. And the voices of them and of the chief priests prevailed.

Word: κατισχύω (katischýō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Matthew
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