The meaning of “ὀδυνάω”
Understanding odynáō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
sorrow, torment. - to grieve
ὀδυνάω
sorrow, torment. - to grieve
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 2:48 | “And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.” Word: ὀδυνάω (odynáō) | |
| Luke 16:24 | “And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.” Word: ὀδυνάω (odynáō) | |
| Luke 16:25 | “But Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things: but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.” Word: ὀδυνάω (odynáō) | |
| Acts 20:38 | “Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more. And they accompanied him unto the ship. ” Word: ὀδυνάω (odynáō) |