πρεσβεύω

presbeuōVerbG4243

be ambassador

From: from the base of G4245 (πρεσβύτερος);

Short Definition

to be a senior, i.e. (by implication) act as a representative (figuratively, preacher)

Full Lexicon Entry

1.to be the elder, to take precedence.
2.to be an ambassador (see

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

2 times

Appears 2 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

2 Corinthians
1
Ephesians
1

Key Passages

  • 2 Corinthians 5:20
  • Ephesians 6:20

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