Strong’s G2602

καταβολή

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

katabolé

Pronunciation

kat-ab-ol-AY

Definition

Foundation, establishment

Meaning

(a) foundation, (b) depositing, sowing, deposit, technically used of the act of conception.

Usage

The term "katabolé" is primarily used in the New Testament to refer to the "foundation" of the world. It conveys the idea of laying down a foundation or beginning something significant. In a theological context, it often pertains to God's creative work in establishing the universe.

Bible references

Matthew 13:35;Matthew 25:34;Luke 11:50;John 17:24;Ephesians 1:4;Hebrews 4:3;Hebrews 9:26;Hebrews 11:11;1 Peter 1:20;Revelation 13:8;Revelation 17:8