The meaning of “σπείρω”
Understanding speírō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
probably strengthened from σπάω (through the idea of extending) sow(- er), receive seed. - to scatter, i.e. sow (literal...
σπείρω
probably strengthened from σπάω (through the idea of extending) sow(- er), receive seed. - to scatter, i.e. sow (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 13:24 | “Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which sowed good seed in his field:” Word: σπείρω (speírō) | |
| Mark 4:16 | “And these are they likewise which are sown on stony ground; who, when they have heard the word, immediately receive it with gladness;” Word: σπείρω (speírō) | |
| Luke 19:21 | “For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow.” Word: σπείρω (speírō) | |
| John 4:36 | “And he that reapeth receiveth wages, and gathereth fruit unto life eternal: that both he that soweth and he that reapeth may rejoice together.” Word: σπείρω (speírō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:42 | “So also is the resurrection of the dead. It is sown in corruption; it is raised in incorruption:” Word: σπείρω (speírō) |