Greek Word Study
The meaning of “τυφλόω”
Understanding typhlóō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
blind. - to make blind, i.e. (figuratively) to obscure
G5186
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
τυφλόω
Phonetictoof-lo'-o
Transliterationtyphlóō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
blind. - to make blind, i.e. (figuratively) to obscure
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 12:40 | “He hath blinded their eyes, and hardened their heart; that they should not see with their eyes, nor understand with their heart, and be converted, and I should heal them.” Word: τυφλόω (typhlóō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 4:4 | “In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.” Word: τυφλόω (typhlóō) | |
| 1 John 2:11 | “But he that hateth his brother is in darkness, and walketh in darkness, and knoweth not whither he goeth, because that darkness hath blinded his eyes.” Word: τυφλόω (typhlóō) |