Greek Word Study

The meaning of πτοέω

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

Definition

probably akin to the alternate of πίπτω (through the idea of causing to fall) or to πέτομαι (through that of causing to ...

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πτοέω

Phoneticpto-eh'-o
Transliterationptoéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

probably akin to the alternate of πίπτω (through the idea of causing to fall) or to πέτομαι (through that of causing to fly away) frighten. - to scare

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Luke 21:9

But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end is not by and by.

Word: πτοέω (ptoéō)
Luke 24:37

But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit.

Word: πτοέω (ptoéō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Luke
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