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The meaning of “πλατύνω”

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

Definition

make broad, enlarge. - to widen (literally or figuratively)

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πλατύνω

Phoneticplat-oo'-no
Transliterationplatýnō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

make broad, enlarge. - to widen (literally or figuratively)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

3 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 23:5

“But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments,”

Word: πλατύνω (platýnō)
2 Corinthians 6:11

“O ye Corinthians, our mouth is open unto you, our heart is enlarged.”

Word: πλατύνω (platýnō)
2 Corinthians 6:13

“Now for a recompence in the same, (I speak as unto my children,) be ye also enlarged.”

Word: πλατύνω (platýnō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
3x
Most Frequent Book
2 Corinthians
Book Distribution

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