κατασκευάζω

kataskeuazōVerbG2680

to prepare

From: from G2596 (κατά) and a derivative of G4632 (σκεῦος);

Short Definition

to prepare thoroughly (properly, by external equipment; whereas G2090 (ἑτοιμάζω) refers rather to internal fitness); by implication, to construct, create

Full Lexicon Entry

to prepare, make ready: ὁδόν,; οἶκον; σκηνήν; κιβωτόν; pass. pf. ptcp., λαον κ.
LXX Usage: (בָּרָא), etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

10 times

Appears 10 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Hebrews
5
Luke
2
1 Peter
1
Matthew
1
Mark
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 3:20
  • Hebrews 3:3
  • Hebrews 9:2
  • Luke 1:17
  • Matthew 11:10

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