Strong’s G2813

κλέπτω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kleptó

Pronunciation

klep'-to

Definition

To steal

Meaning

I steal.

Usage

The Greek verb "κλέπτω" (kleptó) means "to steal" or "to take away by theft." It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of taking something that does not belong to oneself, often with the implication of doing so secretly or deceitfully. This term is associated with moral and ethical violations against God's commandments, specifically the eighth commandment, "You shall not steal" (Exodus 20:15).

Bible references

Matthew 6:19;Matthew 6:20;Matthew 19:18;Matthew 27:64;Matthew 28:13;Mark 10:19;Luke 18:20;John 10:10;Romans 2:21;Romans 2:21;Romans 13:9;Ephesians 4:28;Ephesians 4:28