Greek Word Study
The meaning of “στενοχωρέω”
Understanding stenochōréō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
distress, straiten. - to hem in closely, i.e. (figuratively) cramp
G4729
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
στενοχωρέω
Phoneticsten-okh-o-reh'-o
Transliterationstenochōréō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
distress, straiten. - to hem in closely, i.e. (figuratively) cramp
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 4:8 | “We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;” Word: στενοχωρέω (stenochōréō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 6:12 | “Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels.” Word: στενοχωρέω (stenochōréō) |