Strong’s G1843

ἐξομολογέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

exomologeó

Pronunciation

ex-om-ol-og-eh'-o

Definition

To confess, to acknowledge, to give thanks

Meaning

(a) I consent fully, agree out and out, (b) I confess, admit, acknowledge (cf. the early Hellenistic sense of the middle: I acknowledge a debt), (c) I give thanks, praise.

Usage

The verb "exomologeó" primarily means to confess or to acknowledge openly. It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of confessing sins, acknowledging God's works, or giving thanks. The term implies a public declaration or admission, often in the context of worship or repentance.

Bible references

Matthew 3:6;Matthew 11:25;Mark 1:5;Luke 10:21;Luke 22:6;Acts 19:18;Romans 14:11;Romans 15:9;Philippians 2:11;James 5:16