Strong’s G0497

ἀντιστρατεύομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

antistrateuomai

Pronunciation

an-tee-strat-yoo'-om-ahee

Definition

To wage war against, to oppose in battle

Meaning

I campaign against, war against.

Usage

The verb ἀντιστρατεύομαι is used to describe the act of waging war against or opposing in a military sense. In the New Testament, it is often used metaphorically to describe the internal conflict between the desires of the flesh and the Spirit. This term emphasizes the active and ongoing nature of this struggle, highlighting the believer's need to be vigilant and steadfast in their spiritual walk.

Bible references

Romans 7:23