ἐξαγοράζω

exagorazōVerbG1805

to redeem

From: from G1537 (ἐκ) and G59 (ἀγοράζω);

Short Definition

to buy up, i.e. ransom; figuratively, to rescue from loss (improve opportunity)

Full Lexicon Entry

1.to redeem, ransom (esp. of slaves)
2.to buy up; mid., to buy up for oneself
LXX Usage: καιρόν ὑμεῖς ἐξαγοράζετε (זְבַן), Dan LXX TH *

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

4 times

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

Galatians
2
Colossians
1
Ephesians
1

Key Passages

  • Colossians 4:5
  • Ephesians 5:16
  • Galatians 3:13
  • Galatians 4:5

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