Strong’s G0162

αἰχμαλωτεύω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

aichmalóteuó

Pronunciation

aheekh-mal-o-TEH-oo

Definition

To take captive, to lead away captive

Meaning

I take captive, captivate.

Usage

The verb αἰχμαλωτεύω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of taking someone as a prisoner or leading them away into captivity. It conveys the idea of subjugation and control over those who are captured. This term is often used metaphorically to describe spiritual captivity or the subjugation of thoughts and beliefs.

Bible references

Ephesians 4:8