Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀπατάω”
Understanding apatáō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of uncertain derivation deceive. - to cheat, i.e. delude
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀπατάω
Phoneticap-at-ah'-o
Transliterationapatáō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of uncertain derivation deceive. - to cheat, i.e. delude
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ephesians 5:6 | “Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience.” Word: ἀπατάω (apatáō) | |
| 1 Timothy 2:14 | “And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgression.” Word: ἀπατάω (apatáō) | |
| James 1:26 | “If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion is vain.” Word: ἀπατάω (apatáō) |