The meaning of “κλέπτω”
Understanding kléptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a primary verb steal. - to filch
κλέπτω
a primary verb steal. - to filch
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 19:18 | “He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness,” Word: κλέπτω (kléptō) | |
| Mark 10:19 | “Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.” Word: κλέπτω (kléptō) | |
| Luke 18:20 | “Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honour thy father and thy mother.” Word: κλέπτω (kléptō) | |
| John 10:10 | “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” Word: κλέπτω (kléptō) | |
| Romans 13:9 | “For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.” Word: κλέπτω (kléptō) |