ἐλευθερόω

eleutheroōVerbG1659

to set free

From: from G1658 (ἐλεύθερος);

Short Definition

to liberate, i.e. (figuratively) to exempt (from moral, ceremonial or mortal liability)

Full Lexicon Entry

to make free from sin; *ἐλευθερία *(dative commodi), (on the "punctiliar" force of this verb, see M; cf. also Cremer, 251).
LXX Usage: . *

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

7 times

Appears 7 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Romans
4
John
2
Galatians
1

Key Passages

  • Galatians 5:1
  • John 8:32
  • John 8:36
  • Romans 6:18
  • Romans 6:22

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