Strong’s G0622

ἀπόλλυμι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

apollumi

Pronunciation

ä-pŏl'-lü-mē

Definition

To destroy, to perish, to lose

Meaning

(a) I kill, destroy, (b) I lose, mid: I am perishing (the resultant death being viewed as certain).

Usage

The Greek verb ἀπόλλυμι (apollumi) is used in the New Testament to convey the idea of destruction, loss, or perishing. It can refer to physical destruction, the loss of life, or spiritual ruin. The term is often used in the context of eternal consequences, emphasizing the gravity of spiritual loss or separation from God. It can also imply the idea of being rendered useless or lost to a particular purpose.

Bible references

Matthew 2:13;Matthew 5:29;Matthew 5:30;Matthew 8:25;Matthew 9:17;Matthew 10:6;Matthew 10:28;Matthew 10:39;Matthew 10:39;Matthew 10:42;Matthew 12:14;Matthew 15:24;Matthew 16:25;Matthew 16:25;Matthew 18:11;Matthew 18:14;Matthew 21:41;Matthew 22:7;Matthew 26:52;Matthew 27:20;Mark 1:24;Mark 2:22;Mark 3:6;Mark 4:38;Mark 8:35