Strong’s G2348
θνῄσκω
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
thnéskó
Pronunciation
thnay'-sko
Definition
to die, to be dead
Meaning
I die, am dying, am dead.
Usage
The Greek verb "θνῄσκω" (thnéskó) primarily means "to die" or "to be dead." It is used in the New Testament to describe physical death, the cessation of life. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe spiritual death or separation from God due to sin.
Bible references
Matthew 2:20;Mark 15:44;Luke 7:12;Luke 8:49;John 11:44;John 19:33;Acts 14:19;Acts 25:19;1 Timothy 5:6