Greek Word Study
The meaning of “παροικέω”
Understanding paroikéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sojourn in, be a stranger. - to dwell near, i.e. reside as a foreigner
G3939
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
παροικέω
Phoneticpar-oy-keh'-o
Transliterationparoikéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sojourn in, be a stranger. - to dwell near, i.e. reside as a foreigner
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 24:18 | “And the one of them, whose name was Cleopas, answering said unto him, Art thou only a stranger in Jerusalem, and hast not known the things which are come to pass there in these days?” Word: παροικέω (paroikéō) | |
| Hebrews 11:9 | “By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange country, dwelling in tabernacles with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise:” Word: παροικέω (paroikéō) |