Strong’s G2654

καταναλίσκω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

katanaliskó

Pronunciation

kat-an-al-EE-skoh

Definition

To consume, to destroy

Meaning

I use up, spend, consume (as with fire).

Usage

The Greek verb καταναλίσκω (katanaliskó) primarily means "to consume" or "to destroy." It conveys the idea of something being used up completely or utterly destroyed. In the New Testament, it is often used in contexts that describe the consuming nature of fire or divine judgment.

Bible references

Hebrews 12:29