σείω

seiōVerbG4579

to shake

From: apparently a primary verb;

Short Definition

to rock (vibrate, properly, sideways or to and fro), i.e. (generally) to agitate (in any direction; cause to tremble); figuratively, to throw into a tremor (of fear or concern)

Full Lexicon Entry

to shake, move to and fro: γῆν, (LXX); pass., ἡ γῆ, (LXX); συκῆ. Metaphorical, to agitate, stir up, with fear or some other emotion.
LXX Usage: chiefly for רָעַשׁ

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

5 times

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

Matthew
3
Hebrews
1
Revelation
1

Key Passages

  • Hebrews 12:26
  • Matthew 21:10
  • Matthew 27:51
  • Matthew 28:4
  • Revelation 6:13

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