σκληρύνω

sklērunōVerbG4645

to harden

From: from G4642 (σκληρός);

Short Definition

to indurate, i.e. (figuratively) render stubborn

Full Lexicon Entry

to harden. Metaphorical, to harden, make stubborn: with accusative of person(s); T. *καρδίας *. Pass., to become hardened.
LXX Usage: chiefly for קָשָׁה hi., also for חָזַק

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

6 times

Appears 6 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Hebrews
4
Acts
1
Romans
1

Key Passages

  • Acts 19:9
  • Hebrews 3:8
  • Hebrews 3:13
  • Hebrews 3:15
  • Hebrews 4:7

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