ἀρκέω

arkeōVerbG0714

be sufficient

From: apparently a primary verb (but probably akin to G142 (αἴρω) through the idea of raising a barrier);

Short Definition

properly, to ward off, i.e. (by implication) to avail (figuratively, be satisfactory)

Full Lexicon Entry

1.to keep off.
2.to suffice
LXX Usage: for הוֹן, etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

8 times

Appears 8 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

John
2
1 Timothy
1
2 Corinthians
1
3 John
1
Hebrews
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Timothy 6:8
  • 2 Corinthians 12:9
  • 3 John 1:10
  • Hebrews 13:5
  • John 14:8

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