στηρίζω

stērizōVerbG4741

to establish

From: from a presumed derivative of G2476 (ἵστημι) (like G4731 (στερεός));

Short Definition

to set fast, i.e. (literally) to turn resolutely in a certain direction, or (figuratively) to confirm

Full Lexicon Entry

to fix, set fast, make fast: *πρόσωτον *( see Dalman, Words, 30 f.). Metaphorical, to confirm, establish: with, accusative,; ἐν.
LXX Usage: for סָמַךְ, שׂוּם, etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

12 times

Appears 12 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Luke
3
1 Thessalonians
2
2 Thessalonians
2
1 Peter
1
2 Peter
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 5:10
  • 1 Thessalonians 3:13
  • 2 Thessalonians 2:17
  • James 5:8
  • Luke 22:32

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