Strong’s G2416

ἱεροσυλέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

hierosuleó

Pronunciation

hee-er-os-oo-leh'-o

Definition

To commit sacrilege, to rob temples

Meaning

I commit sacrilege, rob a temple.

Usage

The verb ἱεροσυλέω refers to the act of committing sacrilege, specifically the act of robbing temples or desecrating sacred places. In the context of the New Testament, it implies a violation of what is considered holy or set apart for divine purposes.

Bible references

Romans 2:22