Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὑπωπιάζω”
Understanding hypōpiázō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
keep under, weary. - to hit under the eye (buffet or disable an antagonist as a pugilist), i.e. (figuratively) to tease ...
G5299
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὑπωπιάζω
Phonetichoop-o-pee-ad'-zo
Transliterationhypōpiázō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
keep under, weary. - to hit under the eye (buffet or disable an antagonist as a pugilist), i.e. (figuratively) to tease or annoy (into compliance), subdue (one's passions)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 18:5 | “Yet because this widow troubleth me, I will avenge her, lest by her continual coming she weary me.” Word: ὑπωπιάζω (hypōpiázō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 9:27 | “But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. ” Word: ὑπωπιάζω (hypōpiázō) |