The meaning of “πρέπω”
Understanding prépō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
apparently a primary verb become, comely. - to tower up (be conspicuous), i.e. (by implication) to be suitable or proper...
πρέπω
apparently a primary verb become, comely. - to tower up (be conspicuous), i.e. (by implication) to be suitable or proper (third person singular present indicative, often used impersonally, it is fit or right)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 3:15 | “And Jesus answering said unto him, Suffer it to be so now: for thus it becometh us to fulfil all righteousness. Then he suffered him.” Word: πρέπω (prépō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 11:13 | “Judge in yourselves: is it comely that a woman pray unto God uncovered?” Word: πρέπω (prépō) | |
| Ephesians 5:3 | “But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;” Word: πρέπω (prépō) | |
| 1 Timothy 2:10 | “But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.” Word: πρέπω (prépō) | |
| Titus 2:1 | “But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:” Word: πρέπω (prépō) |