Greek Word Study
The meaning of “συγκλείω”
Understanding synkleíō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
conclude, inclose, shut up. - to shut together, i.e. include or (figuratively) embrace in a common subjection to
G4788
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
συγκλείω
Phoneticsoong-kli'-o
Transliterationsynkleíō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
conclude, inclose, shut up. - to shut together, i.e. include or (figuratively) embrace in a common subjection to
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 5:6 | “And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.” Word: συγκλείω (synkleíō) | |
| Romans 11:32 | “For God hath concluded them all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all.” Word: συγκλείω (synkleíō) | |
| Galatians 3:22 | “But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe.” Word: συγκλείω (synkleíō) | |
| Galatians 3:23 | “But before faith came, we were kept under the law, shut up unto the faith which should afterwards be revealed.” Word: συγκλείω (synkleíō) |