Strong’s G2749

κεῖμαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

keimai

Pronunciation

KAY-mai

Definition

to lie, to be laid, to be set, to be appointed

Meaning

I lie, recline, am placed, am laid, set, specially appointed, destined.

Usage

The Greek verb "keimai" primarily means "to lie" or "to be laid." It is used in the New Testament to describe physical positioning, such as lying down or being placed somewhere. It can also convey a metaphorical sense of being appointed or destined for a particular purpose or outcome. The term is often used to indicate a state of rest or being set in a specific position or condition.

Bible references

Matthew 3:10;Matthew 5:14;Matthew 28:6;Luke 2:12;Luke 2:16;Luke 2:34;Luke 3:9;Luke 12:19;Luke 23:53;John 2:6;John 19:29;John 20:5;John 20:6;John 20:7;John 20:12;John 21:9;1 Corinthians 3:11;2 Corinthians 3:15;Philippians 1:16;1 Thessalonians 3:3;1 Timothy 1:9;1 John 5:19;Revelation 4:2;Revelation 21:16