Strong’s G3618

οἰκοδομέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

oikodomeó

Pronunciation

oy-ko-do-MEH-o

Definition

To build, to construct, to edify

Meaning

I erect a building, build; fig. of the building up of character: I build up, edify, encourage.

Usage

The verb οἰκοδομέω primarily means "to build" or "to construct" in a physical sense, such as building a house or a structure. In the New Testament, it is also used metaphorically to refer to spiritual edification or the building up of the church and individual believers. This dual usage highlights both the physical act of construction and the spiritual act of strengthening and encouraging the faith of others.

Bible references

Matthew 7:24;Matthew 7:26;Matthew 16:18;Matthew 21:33;Matthew 21:42;Matthew 23:29;Matthew 26:61;Matthew 27:40;Mark 12:1;Mark 12:10;Mark 14:58;Mark 15:29;Luke 4:29;Luke 6:48;Luke 6:48;Luke 6:49;Luke 7:5;Luke 11:47;Luke 11:48;Luke 12:18;Luke 14:28;Luke 14:30;Luke 17:28;Luke 20:17;John 2:20