Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀστοχέω”
Understanding astochéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
err, swerve. - to miss the mark, i.e. (figuratively) deviate from truth
G795
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀστοχέω
Phoneticas-tokh-eh'-o
Transliterationastochéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
err, swerve. - to miss the mark, i.e. (figuratively) deviate from truth
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Timothy 1:6 | “From which some having swerved have turned aside unto vain jangling;” Word: ἀστοχέω (astochéō) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:21 | “Which some professing have erred concerning the faith. Grace be with thee. Amen. The first to Timothy was written from Laodicea, which is the chiefest city of Phrygia Pacatiana. ” Word: ἀστοχέω (astochéō) | |
| 2 Timothy 2:18 | “Who concerning the truth have erred, saying that the resurrection is past already; and overthrow the faith of some.” Word: ἀστοχέω (astochéō) |