The meaning of “οἰκοδομέω”
Understanding oikodoméō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(be in) build(-er, -ing, up), edify, embolden. - to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or (figuratively) confirm
οἰκοδομέω
(be in) build(-er, -ing, up), edify, embolden. - to be a house-builder, i.e. construct or (figuratively) confirm
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 21:42 | “Jesus saith unto them, Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?” Word: οἰκοδομέω (oikodoméō) | |
| Luke 11:48 | “Truly ye bear witness that ye allow the deeds of your fathers: for they indeed killed them, and ye build their sepulchres.” Word: οἰκοδομέω (oikodoméō) | |
| Acts 7:49 | “Heaven is my throne, and earth is my footstool: what house will ye build me? saith the Lord: or what is the place of my rest?” Word: οἰκοδομέω (oikodoméō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 10:23 | “All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not.” Word: οἰκοδομέω (oikodoméō) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 5:11 | “Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.” Word: οἰκοδομέω (oikodoméō) |