Greek Word Study

The meaning of πρωτεύω

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

Definition

have the preeminence. - to be first (in rank or influence)

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πρωτεύω

Phoneticprote-yoo'-o
Transliterationprōteúō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
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have the preeminence. - to be first (in rank or influence)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Colossians 1:18

And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence.

Word: πρωτεύω (prōteúō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Colossians
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