παίω

paiōVerbG3817

to strike

From: a primary verb;

Short Definition

to hit (as if by a single blow and less violently than G5180 (τύπτω)); specially, to sting (as a scorpion)

Full Lexicon Entry

to strike, smite: with the hand or fist,; with a sword,; of a reptile, to sting.
LXX Usage: chiefly for נָכָה hi.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

5 times

Appears 5 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

John
1
Luke
1
Matthew
1
Mark
1
Revelation
1

Key Passages

  • John 18:10
  • Luke 22:64
  • Matthew 26:68
  • Mark 14:47
  • Revelation 9:5

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