Greek Word Study
The meaning of “τιμωρέω”
Understanding timōréō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
punish. - properly, to protect one's honor, i.e. to avenge (inflict a penalty)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
τιμωρέω
Phonetictim-o-reh'-o
Transliterationtimōréō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
punish. - properly, to protect one's honor, i.e. to avenge (inflict a penalty)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 22:5 | “As also the high priest doth bear me witness, and all the estate of the elders: from whom also I received letters unto the brethren, and went to Damascus, to bring them which were there bound unto Jerusalem, for to be punished.” Word: τιμωρέω (timōréō) | |
| Acts 26:11 | “And I punished them oft in every synagogue, and compelled them to blaspheme; and being exceedingly mad against them, I persecuted them even unto strange cities.” Word: τιμωρέω (timōréō) |