Strong’s G2623

κατακλείω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

katakleió

Pronunciation

kah-tah-KLAY-oh

Definition

To shut up, to enclose, to confine

Meaning

I shut up, confine.

Usage

The verb "katakleió" is used to describe the action of shutting up or enclosing something or someone. It conveys a sense of confinement or restriction, often implying a complete or thorough closing off. In the New Testament, it can be used both literally, as in shutting a door, and metaphorically, as in confining or restricting someone or something.

Bible references

Luke 3:20;Acts 26:10