Greek Word Study
The meaning of “νομοθετέω”
Understanding nomothetéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
establish, receive the law. - to legislate, i.e. (passively) to have (the Mosaic) enactments injoined, be sanctioned (by...
G3549
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
νομοθετέω
Phoneticnom-oth-et-eh'-o
Transliterationnomothetéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
establish, receive the law. - to legislate, i.e. (passively) to have (the Mosaic) enactments injoined, be sanctioned (by them)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 7:11 | “If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?” Word: νομοθετέω (nomothetéō) | |
| Hebrews 8:6 | “But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises.” Word: νομοθετέω (nomothetéō) |