αἰχμαλωτίζω

aichmalōtizōVerbG0163

to capture

From: from G164 (αἰχμάλωτος);

Short Definition

to make captive

Full Lexicon Entry

in late writers = cl. *αἰχμάλωτον ποιῶ *(ἄγω), to take or lead captive: metaphorically.
LXX Usage: chiefly for שׁבה

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

4 times

Appears 4 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

2 Corinthians
1
2 Timothy
1
Luke
1
Romans
1

Key Passages

  • 2 Corinthians 10:5
  • 2 Timothy 3:6
  • Luke 21:24
  • Romans 7:23

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