Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀνάπτω”
Understanding anáptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
kindle, light. - to enkindle
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀνάπτω
Phonetican-ap'-to
Transliterationanáptō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
kindle, light. - to enkindle
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 12:49 | “I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled?” Word: ἀνάπτω (anáptō) | |
| Acts 28:2 | “And the barbarous people shewed us no little kindness: for they kindled a fire, and received us every one, because of the present rain, and because of the cold.” Word: ἀνάπτω (anáptō) | |
| James 3:5 | “Even so the tongue is a little member, and boasteth great things. Behold, how great a matter a little fire kindleth!” Word: ἀνάπτω (anáptō) |