Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μετριοπαθέω”
Understanding metriopathéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
have compassion. - to be moderate in passion, i.e. gentle (to treat indulgently)
G3356
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μετριοπαθέω
Phoneticmet-ree-op-ath-eh'-o
Transliterationmetriopathéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
have compassion. - to be moderate in passion, i.e. gentle (to treat indulgently)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 5:2 | “Who can have compassion on the ignorant, and on them that are out of the way; for that he himself also is compassed with infirmity.” Word: μετριοπαθέω (metriopathéō) |