Strong’s G3140

μαρτυρέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

martureó

Pronunciation

mar-too-reh'-o

Definition

To bear witness, testify, give evidence, affirm that one has seen, heard, or experienced something.

Meaning

I witness, bear witness, give evidence, testify, give a good report.

Usage

The verb "martureó" is used in the New Testament to describe the act of bearing witness or giving testimony. It often refers to the testimony concerning Jesus Christ, His works, and His divine nature. The term implies a solemn declaration of truth, often in a legal or formal setting, and is used to affirm the truth of a matter based on personal knowledge or experience.

Bible references

Matthew 23:31;Luke 4:22;John 1:7;John 1:8;John 1:15;John 1:32;John 1:34;John 2:25;John 3:11;John 3:26;John 3:28;John 3:32;John 4:39;John 4:44;John 5:31;John 5:32;John 5:32;John 5:33;John 5:36;John 5:37;John 5:39;John 7:7;John 8:13;John 8:14;John 8:18