ζωγρέω
zōgreōVerbG2221
to capture alive
From: from the same as G2226 (ζῶον) and G64 (ἀγρεύω);
Short Definition
to take alive (make a prisoner of war), i.e. (figuratively) to capture or ensnare
Full Lexicon Entry
to catch alive, take captive: metaphorically; pass., (on the meaning and construction, see Ellic., CGT, in l).
LXX Usage: chiefly for חָיָה hi.
Grammar
Part of Speech Verb
Morphology G:V
DescriptionGreek Verb
Occurrences
2 timesAppears 2 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
2 Timothy
1
Luke
1
Key Passages
- 2 Timothy 2:26
- Luke 5:10
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