Greek Word Study
The meaning of “αὐθεντέω”
Understanding authentéō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
usurp authority over. - to act of oneself, i.e. (figuratively) dominate
G831
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
αὐθεντέω
Phoneticow-then-teh'-o
Transliterationauthentéō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
usurp authority over. - to act of oneself, i.e. (figuratively) dominate
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Timothy 2:12 | “But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.” Word: αὐθεντέω (authentéō) |