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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

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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
ReferenceText
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)

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Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
1 Timothy
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