κενόω
kenoō
“to empty”
Definition
to make empty, i.e. (figuratively) to abase, neutralize, falsify
from G2756 (κενός);
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logos (G3056)
word, saying, account
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Occurrences
κενόω appears 5 times in the New Testament.
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Key Passages
For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel, not with words of wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power.
But I have not used any of these rights. And I am not writing this to suggest that something be done for me. Indeed, I would rather die than let anyone nullify my boast.
But I am sending the brothers in order that our boasting about you in this matter should not prove empty, but that you will be prepared, just as I said.
but emptied Himself,taking the form of a servant,being made in human likeness.
For if those who live by the law are heirs, faith is useless and the promise is worthless,
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