Greek Word Study

The meaning of κιθαρίζω

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

Definition

harp. - to play on a lyre

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κιθαρίζω

Phonetickith-ar-id'-zo
Transliterationkitharízō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

harp. - to play on a lyre

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Corinthians 14:7

And even things without life giving sound, whether pipe or harp, except they give a distinction in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped?

Word: κιθαρίζω (kitharízō)
Revelation 14:2

And I heard a voice from heaven, as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of a great thunder: and I heard the voice of harpers harping with their harps:

Word: κιθαρίζω (kitharízō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
1 Corinthians
Book Distribution

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