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The meaning of περισπάω

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

Definition

cumber. - to drag all around, i.e. (figuratively) to distract (with care)

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περισπάω

Phoneticper-ee-spah'-o
Transliterationperispáō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

cumber. - to drag all around, i.e. (figuratively) to distract (with care)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Luke 10:40

But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me.

Word: περισπάω (perispáō)

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