Strong’s G2233

ἡγέομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

hégeomai

Pronunciation

hay-GEH-oh-my

Definition

To lead, to consider, to regard, to think

Meaning

(a) I lead, (b) I think, am of opinion, suppose, consider.

Usage

The verb hégeomai primarily means to lead or to guide, often in a figurative sense. It is used to express the act of considering or regarding something in a particular way. In the New Testament, it frequently conveys the idea of holding a certain view or opinion, or of esteeming something or someone in a specific manner.

Bible references

Matthew 2:6;Luke 22:26;Acts 7:10;Acts 14:12;Acts 15:22;Acts 26:2;2 Corinthians 9:5;Philippians 2:3;Philippians 2:6;Philippians 2:25;Philippians 3:7;Philippians 3:8;Philippians 3:8;1 Thessalonians 5:13;2 Thessalonians 3:15;1 Timothy 1:12;1 Timothy 6:1;Hebrews 10:29;Hebrews 11:11;Hebrews 11:26;Hebrews 13:7;Hebrews 13:17;Hebrews 13:24;James 1:2;2 Peter 1:13