Strong’s G2617

καταισχύνω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kataischuno

Pronunciation

kat-ahee-skhoo'-no

Definition

To shame, to disgrace, to confound, to dishonor

Meaning

I shame, disgrace, bring to shame, put to utter confusion, frustrate.

Usage

The verb "kataischuno" primarily conveys the idea of bringing shame or disgrace upon someone. It can also imply causing someone to be confounded or put to shame, often in a public or humiliating manner. In the New Testament, it is used to describe both literal and metaphorical shaming, often in the context of spiritual or moral failure.

Bible references

Luke 13:17;Romans 5:5;Romans 9:33;Romans 10:11;1 Corinthians 1:27;1 Corinthians 1:27;1 Corinthians 11:4;1 Corinthians 11:5;1 Corinthians 11:22;2 Corinthians 7:14;2 Corinthians 9:4;1 Peter 2:6;1 Peter 3:16