GreekG3877Verb

παρακολουθέω

parakoloutheō

4Occurrences
G3877Strong's #
VerbPart of Speech

Definition

Quick Definition(Strong's Concordance)

to follow near, i.e. (figuratively) attend (as a result), trace out, conform to

from G3844 (παρά) and G190 (ἀκολουθέω);

Full Lexicon Entry(Abbott-Smith)
with dative, to follow closely, accompany. Metaphorical, in various senses, (a) to result: (b) to follow up, trace, investigate: (so frequently in cl.); (with) to follow as a standard of conduct. (For exx. from π., see MM, xviii.)
LXX: R*

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Grammar & Morphology

Part of Speech

Verb

Morphology Code

G:V

Full Description

Greek Verb

Occurrences

παρακολουθέω appears 4 times in the New Testament.

Distribution by Book

1 Timothy
1
2 Timothy
1
Luke
1
Mark
1

Key Passages

1 Timothy 4:6BSB

By pointing out these things to the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of faith and sound instruction that you have followed.

2 Timothy 3:10BSB

You, however, have observed my teaching, my conduct, my purpose, my faith, my patience, my love, my perseverance,

Luke 1:3BSB

Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,

Mark 16:17BSB

And these signs will accompany those who believe: In My name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;

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