Strong’s G2808

κλείω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kleió

Pronunciation

klay'-o

Definition

To shut, close, lock

Meaning

I shut, shut up.

Usage

The Greek verb "kleió" primarily means to shut, close, or lock something. It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of closing a door or gate, often with the implication of preventing entry or access. This term can also be used metaphorically to describe the closing off of opportunities or the withholding of something.

Bible references

Matthew 6:6;Matthew 23:13;Matthew 25:10;Luke 4:25;Luke 11:7;John 20:19;John 20:26;Acts 5:23;Acts 21:30;1 John 3:17;Revelation 3:7;Revelation 3:7;Revelation 3:8;Revelation 11:6;Revelation 20:3;Revelation 21:25