Strong’s G1710

ἐμπορεύομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

emporeuomai

Pronunciation

em-por-YOO-om-ahee

Definition

To trade, to engage in business, to travel for trade

Meaning

I travel as a merchant, engage in trade; I traffic in, make gain or business of.

Usage

The verb ἐμπορεύομαι primarily refers to the act of trading or engaging in commerce. It conveys the idea of traveling for the purpose of conducting business, often implying a journey or expedition to buy and sell goods. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe those who exploit or take advantage of others for personal gain, particularly in a spiritual or religious context.

Bible references

James 4:13;2 Peter 2:3