Strong’s G2681

κατασκηνόω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kataskénoó

Pronunciation

kat-as-kay-NO-o

Definition

To encamp, to dwell, to settle

Meaning

I encamp, take up my quarters, tabernacle, pitch my tent, dwell.

Usage

The verb κατασκηνόω primarily means to pitch a tent or to encamp. It conveys the idea of settling down or dwelling in a place temporarily, often in the context of a journey or pilgrimage. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe the act of dwelling or abiding, particularly in a spiritual or divine sense.

Bible references

Matthew 13:32;Mark 4:32;Luke 13:19;Acts 2:26