κατοπτρίζω

katoptrizōVerbG2734

to reflect

From: middle voice from a compound of G2596 (κατά) and a derivative of G3700 (ὀπτάνομαι) (compare G2072 (ἔσοπτρον));

Short Definition

to mirror oneself, i.e. to see reflected (figuratively)

Full Lexicon Entry

to show as in a mirror. Mid., to see oneself mirrored (see MM, Exp., xv)., but see mg.), to reflect as a mirror.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

1 time

Appears 1 time in the New Testament. Top books include:

2 Corinthians
1

Key Passages

  • 2 Corinthians 3:18

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