Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σκάπτω”
Understanding skáptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
apparently a primary verb dig. - to dig
G4626
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σκάπτω
Phoneticskap'-to
Transliterationskáptō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
apparently a primary verb dig. - to dig
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 6:48 | “He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.” Word: σκάπτω (skáptō) | |
| Luke 13:8 | “And he answering said unto him, Lord, let it alone this year also, till I shall dig about it, and dung it:” Word: σκάπτω (skáptō) | |
| Luke 16:3 | “Then the steward said within himself, What shall I do? for my lord taketh away from me the stewardship: I cannot dig; to beg I am ashamed.” Word: σκάπτω (skáptō) |