Strong’s G3499

νεκρόω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nekroó

Pronunciation

nek-ro'-o

Definition

To put to death, to render ineffective, to deprive of power

Meaning

lit. and met: I put to death, make as dead; I render weak, impotent.

Usage

The verb νεκρόω (nekroó) is used in the New Testament to convey the idea of putting something to death or rendering it powerless. It often refers to the act of mortifying or subduing sinful desires and earthly inclinations. The term implies a decisive action to nullify the influence or power of something, particularly in a spiritual or moral context.

Bible references

Romans 4:19;Colossians 3:5;Hebrews 11:12