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The meaning of ὠρύομαι

Understanding ōrýomai reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

middle voice of an apparently primary verb roar. - to "roar"

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ὠρύομαι

Phonetico-roo'-om-ahee
Transliterationōrýomai
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

middle voice of an apparently primary verb roar. - to "roar"

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
1 Peter 5:8

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:

Word: ὠρύομαι (ōrýomai)

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