The meaning of “φορέω”
Understanding phoréō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
bear, wear. - to have a burden, i.e. (by analogy) to wear as clothing or a constant accompaniment
φορέω
bear, wear. - to have a burden, i.e. (by analogy) to wear as clothing or a constant accompaniment
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 11:8 | “But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft clothing are in kings’ houses.” Word: φορέω (phoréō) | |
| John 19:5 | “Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man!” Word: φορέω (phoréō) | |
| Romans 13:4 | “For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.” Word: φορέω (phoréō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:49 | “And as we have borne the image of the earthy, we shall also bear the image of the heavenly.” Word: φορέω (phoréō) | |
| James 2:3 | “And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool:” Word: φορέω (phoréō) |