Word Study
The meaning of “φυλάσσω”
Understanding phylássō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
G5442
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φυλάσσω
Phoneticfoo-las'-so
Transliterationphylássō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably from φυλή through the idea of isolation beward, keep (self), observe, save. - to watch, i.e. be on guard (literally of figuratively) - by implication, to preserve, obey, avoid
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
30 total references
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
30x
Most Frequent Book
Acts
Book Distribution
Matthew1
Mark1
Luke6
John2
Acts8
Romans1
Galatians1
2 Thessalonians1
1 Timothy2
2 Timothy3
2 Peter2
1 John1
Jude1
Devotional Reflection
How does the original Greek meaning of 'φυλάσσω' deepen your understanding of Matthew 19:20?