Strong’s G2597

καταβαίνω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

katabainó

Pronunciation

kat-ab-ah'-ee-no

Definition

To go down, to descend

Meaning

I go down, come down, either from the sky or from higher land, descend.

Usage

The verb "katabainó" is used in the New Testament to describe the action of descending or going down. It can refer to physical movement from a higher place to a lower one, as well as metaphorical or spiritual descent. The term is often used in the context of divine or heavenly actions, such as the descent of the Holy Spirit or angels.

Bible references

Matthew 3:16;Matthew 7:25;Matthew 7:27;Matthew 8:1;Matthew 11:23;Matthew 14:29;Matthew 17:9;Matthew 24:17;Matthew 27:40;Matthew 27:42;Matthew 28:2;Mark 1:10;Mark 3:22;Mark 9:9;Mark 13:15;Mark 15:30;Mark 15:32;Luke 2:51;Luke 3:22;Luke 6:17;Luke 8:23;Luke 9:54;Luke 10:15;Luke 10:30;Luke 10:31