Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὑμνέω”
Understanding hymnéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sing a hymn (praise unto). - to hymn, i.e. sing a religious ode - by implication, to celebrate (God) in song
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὑμνέω
Phonetichoom-neh'-o
Transliterationhymnéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sing a hymn (praise unto). - to hymn, i.e. sing a religious ode - by implication, to celebrate (God) in song
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:30 | “And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives.” Word: ὑμνέω (hymnéō) | |
| Mark 14:26 | “And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives.” Word: ὑμνέω (hymnéō) | |
| Acts 16:25 | “And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.” Word: ὑμνέω (hymnéō) | |
| Hebrews 2:12 | “Saying, I will declare thy name unto my brethren, in the midst of the church will I sing praise unto thee.” Word: ὑμνέω (hymnéō) |