Greek Word Study
The meaning of “χρονίζω”
Understanding chronízō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
delay, tarry. - to take time, i.e. linger
G5549
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
χρονίζω
Phonetickhron-id'-zo
Transliterationchronízō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
delay, tarry. - to take time, i.e. linger
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
5 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 24:48 | “But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming;” Word: χρονίζω (chronízō) | |
| Matthew 25:5 | “While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept.” Word: χρονίζω (chronízō) | |
| Luke 1:21 | “And the people waited for Zacharias, and marvelled that he tarried so long in the temple.” Word: χρονίζω (chronízō) | |
| Luke 12:45 | “But and if that servant say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming; and shall begin to beat the menservants and maidens, and to eat and drink, and to be drunken;” Word: χρονίζω (chronízō) | |
| Hebrews 10:37 | “For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry.” Word: χρονίζω (chronízō) |