θλίβω

thlibōVerbG2346

to press on

From: akin to the base of G5147 (τρίβος);

Short Definition

to crowd (literally or figuratively)

Full Lexicon Entry

to press: with accusative of person(s); ὁδὸς τεθλιμμένη, a narrow (compressed) way. Metaphorical (as frequently in LXX), to oppress, afflict, distress: with accusative of person(s); pass. (Vg., tribulor, tribulation em patior).
LXX Usage: chiefly (ὁ θλίβων, ) for צוּר

Grammar

Part of Speech Verb

Morphology G:V

DescriptionGreek Verb

Occurrences

10 times

Appears 10 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

2 Corinthians
3
2 Thessalonians
2
1 Thessalonians
1
1 Timothy
1
Hebrews
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Thessalonians 3:4
  • 2 Corinthians 1:6
  • 2 Corinthians 7:5
  • 2 Thessalonians 1:7
  • Matthew 7:14

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