Greek Word Study

The meaning of “κηρύσσω”

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

Definition

of uncertain affinity preacher(-er), proclaim, publish. - to herald (as a public crier), especially divine truth (the go...

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G2784

Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

κηρύσσω

Phonetickay-roos'-so

Transliterationkērýssō

Grammar Code

G:V

Greek Verb

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of uncertain affinity preacher(-er), proclaim, publish. - to herald (as a public crier), especially divine truth (the gospel)

Scripture References

59 total references

Reference	Text
Matthew 10:7	“And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of heaven is at hand.” Word: κηρύσσω (kērýssō)
Acts 15:21	“For Moses of old time hath in every city them that preach him, being read in the synagogues every sabbath day.” Word: κηρύσσω (kērýssō)
2 Corinthians 4:5	“For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake.” Word: κηρύσσω (kērýssō)
Colossians 1:23	“If ye continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard, and which was preached to every creature which is under heaven; whereof I Paul am made a minister;” Word: κηρύσσω (kērýssō)
2 Timothy 4:2	“Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.” Word: κηρύσσω (kērýssō)