προστάσσω

prostassōVerbG4367

to order

From: from G4314 (πρός) and G5021 (τάσσω);

Short Definition

to arrange towards, i.e. (figuratively) enjoin

Full Lexicon Entry

1.with accusative of person(s), to place at, to attach to.
2.to give a command, enjoin, appoint
LXX Usage: chiefly for צָוָה pi.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

7 times

Appears 7 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Acts
3
Matthew
2
Luke
1
Mark
1

Key Passages

  • Acts 10:33
  • Acts 10:48
  • Acts 17:26
  • Luke 5:14
  • Matthew 1:24

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