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The meaning of ὀλιγωρέω

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

Definition

despise. - to have little regard for, i.e. to disesteem

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ὀλιγωρέω

Phoneticol-ig-o-reh'-o
Transliterationoligōréō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

despise. - to have little regard for, i.e. to disesteem

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Hebrews 12:5

And ye have forgotten the exhortation which speaketh unto you as unto children, My son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him:

Word: ὀλιγωρέω (oligōréō)

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Hebrews
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