μετρέω
metreō
“to measure”
Definition
to measure (i.e. ascertain in size by a fixed standard); by implication, to admeasure (i.e. allot by rule)
from G3358 (μέτρον);
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logos (G3056)
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Grammar & Morphology
Verb
G:V
Greek Verb
Occurrences
μετρέω appears 9 times in the New Testament.
Distribution by Book
Key Passages
We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commend themselves. When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they show their ignorance.
Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.”
For with the same judgment you pronounce, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.
He went on to say, “Pay attention to what you hear. With the measure you use, it will be measured to you, and even more will be added to you.
Then I was given a measuring rod like a staff and was told, “Go and measure the temple of God and the altar, and count the number of worshipers there.
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