Strong’s G2928

κρύπτω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kruptó

Pronunciation

kroop'-to

Definition

To hide, conceal, keep secret

Meaning

I hide, conceal, lay up.

Usage

The Greek verb κρύπτω (kruptó) primarily means to hide or conceal something. It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of hiding physical objects, concealing truths or intentions, and metaphorically, to refer to things that are not revealed or are kept secret. The term can imply both a positive sense of protection and a negative sense of deception, depending on the context.

Bible references

Matthew 5:14;Matthew 11:25;Matthew 13:35;Matthew 13:44;Matthew 13:44;Matthew 25:18;Matthew 25:25;Luke 18:34;Luke 19:42;John 8:59;John 12:36;John 19:38;Colossians 3:3;1 Timothy 5:25;Hebrews 11:23;Revelation 2:17;Revelation 6:15;Revelation 6:16