Greek Word Study

The meaning of ταρταρόω

Understanding tartaróō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

cast down to hell. - to incarcerate in eternal torment

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ταρταρόω

Phonetictar-tar-o'-o
Transliterationtartaróō
Grammar Code
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Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

cast down to hell. - to incarcerate in eternal torment

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
2 Peter 2:4

For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment;

Word: ταρταρόω (tartaróō)

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