Strong’s G2722
κατέχω
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
katechó
Pronunciation
kat-ekh'-o
Definition
To hold fast, to restrain, to possess, to keep
Meaning
(a) I hold fast, bind, arrest, (b) I take possession of, lay hold of, (c) I hold back, detain, restrain, (d) I hold a ship, keep its head.
Usage
The Greek verb κατέχω (katechó) primarily means to hold fast or to retain. It can also imply restraining or possessing something. In the New Testament, it is often used in contexts where believers are encouraged to hold firmly to their faith or to the teachings they have received. It can also refer to the act of restraining or holding back, as seen in eschatological contexts.
Bible references
Luke 4:42;Luke 8:15;Luke 14:9;John 5:4;Acts 27:40;Romans 1:18;Romans 7:6;1 Corinthians 7:30;1 Corinthians 11:2;1 Corinthians 15:2;2 Corinthians 6:10;1 Thessalonians 5:21;2 Thessalonians 2:6;2 Thessalonians 2:7;Philemon 1:13;Hebrews 3:6;Hebrews 3:14;Hebrews 10:23