Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πταίω”
Understanding ptaíō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
a form of πίπτω fall, offend, stumble. - to trip, i.e. (figuratively) to err, sin, fail (of salvation)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πταίω
Phoneticptah'-yo
Transliterationptaíō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a form of πίπτω fall, offend, stumble. - to trip, i.e. (figuratively) to err, sin, fail (of salvation)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 11:11 | “I say then, Have they stumbled that they should fall? God forbid: but rather through their fall salvation is come unto the Gentiles, for to provoke them to jealousy.” Word: πταίω (ptaíō) | |
| James 2:10 | “For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all.” Word: πταίω (ptaíō) | |
| James 3:2 | “For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.” Word: πταίω (ptaíō) |