Strong’s G2647

καταλύω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kataluó

Pronunciation

kat-al-OO-oh

Definition

To destroy, to dissolve, to overthrow, to abolish

Meaning

(lit: I loosen thoroughly), (a) trans: I break up, overthrow, destroy, both lit. and met., (b) I unyoke, unharness a carriage horse or pack animal; hence: I put up, lodge, find a lodging.

Usage

The Greek verb "kataluó" primarily means to destroy or dissolve something, often in the sense of breaking down or overthrowing. In the New Testament, it is used both literally and metaphorically. It can refer to the physical destruction of structures, such as buildings, or the metaphorical dissolution of systems, laws, or relationships.

Bible references

Matthew 5:17;Matthew 5:17;Matthew 24:2;Matthew 26:61;Matthew 27:40;Mark 13:2;Mark 14:58;Mark 15:29;Luke 9:12;Luke 19:7;Luke 21:6;Acts 5:38;Acts 5:39;Acts 6:14;Romans 14:20;2 Corinthians 5:1;Galatians 2:18