The meaning of “βασιλεύω”
Understanding basileúō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
king, reign. - to rule (literally or figuratively)
βασιλεύω
king, reign. - to rule (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 2:22 | “But when he heard that Archelaus did reign in Judea in the room of his father Herod, he was afraid to go thither: notwithstanding, being warned of God in a dream, he turned aside into the parts of Galilee:” Word: βασιλεύω (basileúō) | |
| Luke 19:14 | “But his citizens hated him, and sent a message after him, saying, We will not have this man to reign over us.” Word: βασιλεύω (basileúō) | |
| Romans 5:21 | “That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord. ” Word: βασιλεύω (basileúō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:25 | “For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet.” Word: βασιλεύω (basileúō) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:15 | “Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;” Word: βασιλεύω (basileúō) |