Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πολιτεύομαι”
Understanding politeúomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
middle voice of a derivative of πολίτης let conversation be, live. - to behave as a citizen (figuratively)
G4176
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πολιτεύομαι
Phoneticpol-it-yoo'-om-ahee
Transliterationpoliteúomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
middle voice of a derivative of πολίτης let conversation be, live. - to behave as a citizen (figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 23:1 | “And Paul, earnestly beholding the council, said, Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day.” Word: πολιτεύομαι (politeúomai) | |
| Philippians 1:27 | “Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;” Word: πολιτεύομαι (politeúomai) |