γράφω

graphōVerbG1125

to write

From: a primary verb;

Short Definition

to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe

Full Lexicon Entry

1.to scrape, graze, and later to sketch, draw.
2.to write
aof forming or tracing letters on writing material
bto express in writing, commit to writing, record
withof writing directions or information
dof that which contains the record or message
LXX Usage: chiefly for כּתב

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

194 times

Appears 194 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Revelation
28
Luke
21
Romans
21
John
20
1 Corinthians
19

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 1:19
  • 2 Corinthians 2:3
  • Hebrews 13:25
  • Luke 4:4
  • Revelation 17:8

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