GreekG1389Verb
δολόω
doloō
“to distort”
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G1389Strong's #
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Definition
Quick Definition(Strong's Concordance)
to ensnare, i.e. (figuratively) adulterate
from G1388 (δόλος);
Full Lexicon Entry(Abbott-Smith)
1.to ensnare.
2.As of wine, to adulterate, corrupt
Synonyms
*καπηλεύω *which see
LXX: (רָגַל), (חָלַק hi.) *
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Full Description
Greek Verb
Occurrences
δολόω appears 1 time in the New Testament.
Distribution by Book
2 Corinthians
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Key Passages
2 Corinthians 4:2BSB
Instead, we have renounced secret and shameful ways. We do not practice deceit, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by open proclamation of the truth, we commend ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God.
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