Greek Word Study
The meaning of “στεφανόω”
Understanding stephanóō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
crown. - to adorn with an honorary wreath (literally or figuratively)
G4737
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
στεφανόω
Phoneticstef-an-o'-o
Transliterationstephanóō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
crown. - to adorn with an honorary wreath (literally or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Timothy 2:5 | “And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.” Word: στεφανόω (stephanóō) | |
| Hebrews 2:7 | “Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou crownedst him with glory and honour, and didst set him over the works of thy hands:” Word: στεφανόω (stephanóō) | |
| Hebrews 2:9 | “But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.” Word: στεφανόω (stephanóō) |