Strong’s G3164

μάχομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

machomai

Pronunciation

MAH-khoh-my

Definition

To fight, to quarrel, to strive

Meaning

I engage in battle, fight; hence: I strive, contend, dispute.

Usage

The Greek verb "machomai" primarily denotes engaging in a physical or verbal fight or conflict. It is used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe disputes, arguments, or contentious behavior among individuals or groups. The term emphasizes the act of striving against one another, often with a negative connotation of discord and division.

Bible references

John 6:52;Acts 7:26;2 Timothy 2:24;James 4:2