Greek Word Study
The meaning of “συμπαθέω”
Understanding sympathéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
have compassion, be touched with a feeling of. - to feel "sympathy" with, i.e. (by implication) to commiserate
G4834
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
συμπαθέω
Phoneticsoom-path-eh'-o
Transliterationsympathéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
have compassion, be touched with a feeling of. - to feel "sympathy" with, i.e. (by implication) to commiserate
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 4:15 | “For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.” Word: συμπαθέω (sympathéō) | |
| Hebrews 10:34 | “For ye had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in yourselves that ye have in heaven a better and an enduring substance.” Word: συμπαθέω (sympathéō) |