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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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
ReferenceText
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)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
3x
Most Frequent Book
James
Book Distribution

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