Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μιμέομαι”
Understanding miméomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice from (a "mimic") follow. - to imitate
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μιμέομαι
Phoneticmim-eh'-om-ahee
Transliterationmiméomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice from (a "mimic") follow. - to imitate
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Thessalonians 3:7 | “For yourselves know how ye ought to follow us: for we behaved not ourselves disorderly among you;” Word: μιμέομαι (miméomai) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 3:9 | “Not because we have not power, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you to follow us.” Word: μιμέομαι (miméomai) | |
| Hebrews 13:7 | “Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation.” Word: μιμέομαι (miméomai) | |
| 3 John 1:11 | “Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good. He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God.” Word: μιμέομαι (miméomai) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
4x
Most Frequent Book
2 Thessalonians