Strong’s G1163

δεῖ

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

dei

Pronunciation

day

Definition

It is necessary, must, ought

Meaning

it is necessary, inevitable; less frequently: it is a duty, what is proper.

Usage

The Greek word "δεῖ" (dei) is used to express necessity or obligation. It conveys a sense of something that is required or inevitable, often in the context of divine will or purpose. In the New Testament, it frequently appears in discussions about what must happen according to God's plan or what believers ought to do in obedience to God's commands.

Bible references

Matthew 16:21;Matthew 17:10;Matthew 18:33;Matthew 23:23;Matthew 24:6;Matthew 25:27;Matthew 26:35;Matthew 26:54;Mark 8:31;Mark 9:11;Mark 13:7;Mark 13:10;Mark 13:14;Mark 14:31;Luke 2:49;Luke 4:43;Luke 9:22;Luke 11:42;Luke 12:12;Luke 13:14;Luke 13:16;Luke 13:33;Luke 15:32;Luke 17:25;Luke 18:1