σταυρόω

stauroōVerbG4717

to crucify

From: from G4716 (σταυρός);

Short Definition

to impale on the cross; figuratively, to extinguish (subdue) passion or selfishness

Full Lexicon Entry

1.to fence with pales, impalisade .
2.In late writers (Polyb., FlJ; but *ἀνασταυρόω *is more common) to crucify
LXX Usage: (תָּלָה), *

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

42 times

Appears 42 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Matthew
10
John
8
Mark
8
Luke
5
1 Corinthians
4

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 1:13
  • Galatians 5:24
  • John 19:23
  • Matthew 23:34
  • Matthew 28:5

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