Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀπειλέω”
Understanding apeiléō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of uncertain derivation threaten. - to menace - by implication, to forbid
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀπειλέω
Phoneticap-i-leh'-o
Transliterationapeiléō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of uncertain derivation threaten. - to menace - by implication, to forbid
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 4:17 | “But that it spread no further among the people, let us straitly threaten them, that they speak henceforth to no man in this name.” Word: ἀπειλέω (apeiléō) | |
| 1 Peter 2:23 | “Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:” Word: ἀπειλέω (apeiléō) |