The meaning of “κρύπτω”
Understanding krýptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a primary verb hide (self), keep secret, secret(-ly). - to conceal (properly, by covering)
κρύπτω
a primary verb hide (self), keep secret, secret(-ly). - to conceal (properly, by covering)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 13:44 | “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field.” Word: κρύπτω (krýptō) | |
| Luke 19:42 | “Saying, If thou hadst known, even thou, at least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace! but now they are hid from thine eyes.” Word: κρύπτω (krýptō) | |
| John 12:36 | “While ye have light, believe in the light, that ye may be the children of light. These things spake Jesus, and departed, and did hide himself from them.” Word: κρύπτω (krýptō) | |
| Colossians 3:3 | “For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.” Word: κρύπτω (krýptō) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:25 | “Likewise also the good works of some are manifest beforehand; and they that are otherwise cannot be hid. ” Word: κρύπτω (krýptō) |