The meaning of “φρουρέω”
Understanding phrouréō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
keep (with a garrison). - to be a watcher in advance, i.e. to mount guard as a sentinel (post spies at gates) - figurati...
φρουρέω
keep (with a garrison). - to be a watcher in advance, i.e. to mount guard as a sentinel (post spies at gates) - figuratively, to hem in, protect
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 11:32 | “In Damascus the governor under Aretas the king kept the city of the Damascenes with a garrison, desirous to apprehend me:” Word: φρουρέω (phrouréō) | |
| Galatians 3:23 | “But before faith came, we were kept under the law, shut up unto the faith which should afterwards be revealed.” Word: φρουρέω (phrouréō) | |
| Philippians 4:7 | “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Word: φρουρέω (phrouréō) | |
| 1 Peter 1:5 | “Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.” Word: φρουρέω (phrouréō) |