The meaning of “τιμάω”
Understanding timáō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
honour, value. - to prize, i.e. fix a valuation upon - by implication, to revere
τιμάω
honour, value. - to prize, i.e. fix a valuation upon - by implication, to revere
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 15:8 | “This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.” Word: τιμάω (timáō) | |
| Mark 7:10 | “For Moses said, Honour thy father and thy mother; and, Whoso curseth father or mother, let him die the death:” Word: τιμάω (timáō) | |
| Luke 18:20 | “Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honour thy father and thy mother.” Word: τιμάω (timáō) | |
| John 8:49 | “Jesus answered, I have not a devil; but I honour my Father, and ye do dishonour me.” Word: τιμάω (timáō) | |
| Acts 28:10 | “Who also honoured us with many honours; and when we departed, they laded us with such things as were necessary.” Word: τιμάω (timáō) |