χρῄζω

chrēzōVerbG5535

to need

From: from G5532 (χρεία);

Short Definition

to make (i.e. have) necessity, i.e. be in want of

Full Lexicon Entry

to need, have need of: with genitive of thing(s).
LXX Usage: A *

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

5 times

Appears 5 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Luke
2
2 Corinthians
1
Matthew
1
Romans
1

Key Passages

  • 2 Corinthians 3:1
  • Luke 11:8
  • Luke 12:30
  • Matthew 6:32
  • Romans 16:2

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