Strong’s G2967

κωλύω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kóluó

Pronunciation

ko-loo'-o

Definition

To hinder, to prevent, to forbid, to restrain

Meaning

I prevent, debar, hinder; with infin: from doing so and so.

Usage

The Greek verb κωλύω (kóluó) is used in the New Testament to convey the act of hindering or preventing someone from doing something. It can also mean to forbid or restrain an action. This term often appears in contexts where an action is being stopped or a command is being given to prevent a particular behavior.

Bible references

Matthew 19:14;Mark 9:38;Mark 9:39;Mark 10:14;Luke 6:29;Luke 9:49;Luke 9:50;Luke 11:52;Luke 18:16;Luke 23:2;Acts 8:36;Acts 10:47;Acts 11:17;Acts 16:6;Acts 24:23;Acts 27:43;Romans 1:13;1 Corinthians 14:39;1 Thessalonians 2:16;1 Timothy 4:3;Hebrews 7:23;2 Peter 2:16;3 John 1:10