Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σχολάζω”
Understanding scholázō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
empty, give self. - to take a holiday, i.e. be at leisure for (by implication, devote oneself wholly to) - figuratively,...
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σχολάζω
Phoneticskhol-ad'-zo
Transliterationscholázō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
empty, give self. - to take a holiday, i.e. be at leisure for (by implication, devote oneself wholly to) - figuratively, to be vacant (of a house)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:44 | “Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty, swept, and garnished.” Word: σχολάζω (scholázō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 7:5 | “Defraud ye not one the other, except it be with consent for a time, that ye may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again, that Satan tempt you not for your incontinency.” Word: σχολάζω (scholázō) |