Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κολάζω”
Understanding kolázō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
punish. - properly, to curtail, i.e. (figuratively) to chastise (or reserve for infliction)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κολάζω
Phonetickol-ad'-zo
Transliterationkolázō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
punish. - properly, to curtail, i.e. (figuratively) to chastise (or reserve for infliction)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 4:21 | “So when they had further threatened them, they let them go, finding nothing how they might punish them, because of the people: for all men glorified God for that which was done.” Word: κολάζω (kolázō) | |
| 2 Peter 2:9 | “The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished:” Word: κολάζω (kolázō) |