Greek Word Study

The meaning of κομάω

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

Definition

have long hair. - to wear tresses of hair

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κομάω

Phonetickom-ah'-o
Transliterationkomáō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

have long hair. - to wear tresses of hair

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Corinthians 11:14

Doth not even nature itself teach you, that, if a man have long hair, it is a shame unto him?

Word: κομάω (komáō)
1 Corinthians 11:15

But if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her: for her hair is given her for a covering.

Word: κομάω (komáō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
1 Corinthians
Book Distribution

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