Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σπάω”
Understanding spáō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
a primary verb draw (out). - to draw
G4685
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σπάω
Phoneticspah'-o
Transliterationspáō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a primary verb draw (out). - to draw
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 14:47 | “And one of them that stood by drew a sword, and smote a servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear.” Word: σπάω (spáō) | |
| Acts 16:27 | “And the keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew out his sword, and would have killed himself, supposing that the prisoners had been fled.” Word: σπάω (spáō) |