Strong’s G2340

θηρεύω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

théreuó

Pronunciation

thay-ryoo'-o

Definition

To hunt, to catch, to pursue

Meaning

I hunt, seek to catch or entrap; met: I lay hold of.

Usage

The verb "théreuo" primarily means to hunt or to pursue, often in the context of seeking to capture or kill animals. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe the act of pursuing or seeking something with intent and purpose.

Bible references

Luke 11:54