Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φθέγγομαι”
Understanding phthéngomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably akin to φέγγος and thus to φημί speak. - to utter a clear sound, i.e. (generally) to proclaim
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φθέγγομαι
Phoneticftheng'-gom-ahee
Transliterationphthéngomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably akin to φέγγος and thus to φημί speak. - to utter a clear sound, i.e. (generally) to proclaim
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 4:18 | “And they called them, and commanded them not to speak at all nor teach in the name of Jesus.” Word: φθέγγομαι (phthéngomai) | |
| 2 Peter 2:16 | “But was rebuked for his iniquity: the dumb ass speaking with man’s voice forbad the madness of the prophet.” Word: φθέγγομαι (phthéngomai) | |
| 2 Peter 2:18 | “For when they speak great swelling words of vanity, they allure through the lusts of the flesh, through much wantonness, those that were clean escaped from them who live in error.” Word: φθέγγομαι (phthéngomai) |