Greek Word Study

The meaning of καυσόω

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

Definition

fervent heat. - to set on fire

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καυσόω

Phonetickow-so'-o
Transliterationkausóō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

fervent heat. - to set on fire

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
2 Peter 3:10

But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.

Word: καυσόω (kausóō)
2 Peter 3:12

Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat?

Word: καυσόω (kausóō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
2 Peter
Book Distribution

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