Strong’s G3583

ξηραίνω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

xérainó

Pronunciation

ksay-rah'-ee-no

Definition

To dry up, wither

Meaning

I dry up, parch, am ripened, wither, waste away.

Usage

The verb "xérainó" primarily means to dry up or to cause to wither. It is used in the New Testament to describe both physical and metaphorical drying or withering. This can refer to the drying up of natural elements, such as water or plants, as well as the withering of human faculties or spiritual vitality.

Bible references

Matthew 13:6;Matthew 21:19;Matthew 21:20;Mark 3:1;Mark 4:6;Mark 5:29;Mark 9:18;Mark 11:20;Mark 11:21;Luke 8:6;John 15:6;James 1:11;1 Peter 1:24;Revelation 14:15;Revelation 16:12