Strong’s G2525

καθίστημι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kathistémi

Pronunciation

kath-IS-tay-mee

Definition

To appoint, to set, to establish, to constitute

Meaning

I set down, bring down to a place; I set in order, appoint, make, constitute.

Usage

The Greek verb καθίστημι (kathistémi) primarily means to appoint or set someone in a particular position or role. It conveys the idea of establishing or instituting someone into a specific office or function. This term is often used in contexts where authority or responsibility is being conferred upon an individual or group. It can also imply the act of making or rendering something into a particular state or condition.

Bible references

Matthew 24:45;Matthew 24:47;Matthew 25:21;Matthew 25:23;Luke 12:14;Luke 12:42;Luke 12:44;Acts 6:3;Acts 7:10;Acts 7:27;Acts 7:35;Acts 17:15;Romans 5:19;Romans 5:19;Titus 1:5;Hebrews 2:7;Hebrews 5:1;Hebrews 7:28;Hebrews 8:3;James 3:6;James 4:4;2 Peter 1:8