Strong’s G2227

ζῳοποιέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

zóopoieó

Pronunciation

dzo-op-oy-eh'-o

Definition

To make alive, to give life, to quicken

Meaning

I make that which was dead to live, cause to live, quicken.

Usage

The verb ζῳοποιέω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of giving life or making alive. It is often used in a spiritual or metaphorical sense, referring to the life-giving power of God, particularly through the Holy Spirit. This term emphasizes the transformative power of God to bring spiritual life to those who are spiritually dead.

Bible references

John 5:21;John 5:21;John 6:63;Romans 4:17;Romans 8:11;1 Corinthians 15:22;1 Corinthians 15:36;1 Corinthians 15:45;2 Corinthians 3:6;Galatians 3:21;1 Peter 3:18