λυτρόω

lutroōVerbG3084

to ransom

From: from G3083 (λύτρον);

Short Definition

to ransom (literally or figuratively)

Full Lexicon Entry

to release on receipt of ransom; mid., to release by paying ransom, to redeem: in spiritual sense; pass; in general sense, to deliver .
LXX Usage: chiefly for פָּדָה, גָּאַל

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

3 times

Appears 3 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Peter
1
Luke
1
Titus
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 1:18
  • Luke 24:21
  • Titus 2:14

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