Greek Word Study

The meaning of “προτρέχω”

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

Definition

outrun, run before. - to run forward, i.e. outstrip, precede

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Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

προτρέχω

Phoneticprot-rekh'-o

Transliterationprotréchō

Grammar Code

G:V

Greek Verb

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

outrun, run before. - to run forward, i.e. outstrip, precede

Scripture References

2 total references

Reference	Text
Luke 19:4	“And he ran before, and climbed up into a sycomore tree to see him: for he was to pass that way. ” Word: προτρέχω (protréchō)
John 20:4	“So they ran both together: and the other disciple did outrun Peter, and came first to the sepulchre.” Word: προτρέχω (protréchō)

Total Occurrences

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Luke

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