Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κατισχύω”
Understanding katischýō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
prevail (against). - to overpower
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
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
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |