τελέω

teleōVerbG5055

to finish

From: from G5056 (τέλος);

Short Definition

to end, i.e. complete, execute, conclude, discharge (a debt)

Full Lexicon Entry

1.to bring to an end, complete, finish
2.to execute, perform, complete, fulfil
3.to pay (frequently in cl.)
LXX Usage: for כָּלָה, pi., etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

28 times

Appears 28 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Revelation
8
Matthew
7
Luke
4
John
2
Romans
2

Key Passages

  • 2 Corinthians 12:9
  • John 19:28
  • Luke 22:37
  • Matthew 19:1
  • Revelation 15:1

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