σφραγίζω
sphragizōVerbG4972
to seal
From: from G4973 (σφραγίς);
Short Definition
to stamp (with a signet or private mark) for security or preservation (literally or figuratively); by implication, to keep secret, to attest
Full Lexicon Entry
to seal, (a) for security: καρπὸν τοῦτον, figuratively; (b) for concealment, hence, metaphorically, to hide (Da TH, ): (with) for distinction; metaphorically; mid.; (d) for authentication .
LXX Usage: chiefly for חָתַם , also for סָתַם (Da TH )
Grammar
Part of Speech Verb
Morphology G:V
DescriptionGreek Verb
Occurrences
16 timesAppears 16 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
Revelation
9
Ephesians
2
John
2
2 Corinthians
1
Matthew
1
Key Passages
- 2 Corinthians 1:22
- John 3:33
- Revelation 10:4
- Revelation 7:3
- Revelation 7:6
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