Strong’s G3549

νομοθετέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nomotheteó

Pronunciation

no-mo-theh-TEH-o

Definition

To legislate, to establish law, to enact

Meaning

(a) I ordain, lay down, give the sanction of law to, enact, (b) I base legally, regulate, direct.

Usage

The verb "nomotheteó" primarily means to establish or enact laws. In the context of the New Testament, it refers to the act of giving or instituting laws, often with a divine or authoritative connotation. It is used to describe the process of setting forth laws or commandments, particularly those given by God.

Bible references

Hebrews 7:11;Hebrews 8:6