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The meaning of ὀκνέω

Understanding oknéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

delay. - to be slow (figuratively, loath)

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ὀκνέω

Phoneticok-neh'-o
Transliterationoknéō
Grammar Code
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Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

delay. - to be slow (figuratively, loath)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 9:38

And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them.

Word: ὀκνέω (oknéō)

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