Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀποπνίγω”
Understanding apopnígō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
choke. - to stifle (by drowning or overgrowth)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀποπνίγω
Phoneticap-op-nee'-go
Transliterationapopnígō
Grammar Code
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Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
choke. - to stifle (by drowning or overgrowth)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 13:7 | “And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprung up, and choked them:” Word: ἀποπνίγω (apopnígō) | |
| Luke 8:7 | “And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it.” Word: ἀποπνίγω (apopnígō) | |
| Luke 8:33 | “Then went the devils out of the man, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the lake, and were choked.” Word: ἀποπνίγω (apopnígō) |