Greek Word Study
The meaning of “προαιρέομαι”
Understanding proairéomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
purpose. - to choose for oneself before another thing (prefer), i.e. (by implication) to propose (intend)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
προαιρέομαι
Phoneticpro-ahee-reh'-om-ahee
Transliterationproairéomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
purpose. - to choose for oneself before another thing (prefer), i.e. (by implication) to propose (intend)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 9:7 | “Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.” Word: προαιρέομαι (proairéomai) |