Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πορθέω”
Understanding porthéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
prolongation from (to sack) destroy, waste. - to ravage (figuratively)
G4199
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πορθέω
Phoneticpor-theh'-o
Transliterationporthéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
prolongation from (to sack) destroy, waste. - to ravage (figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 9:21 | “But all that heard him were amazed, and said; Is not this he that destroyed them which called on this name in Jerusalem, and came hither for that intent, that he might bring them bound unto the chief priests?” Word: πορθέω (porthéō) | |
| Galatians 1:13 | “For ye have heard of my conversation in time past in the Jews’ religion, how that beyond measure I persecuted the church of God, and wasted it:” Word: πορθέω (porthéō) | |
| Galatians 1:23 | “But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed.” Word: πορθέω (porthéō) |