Strong’s G3645
ὀλοθρεύω
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
olothreuó
Pronunciation
o-lo-thryoo'-o
Definition
To destroy, to annihilate, to utterly ruin
Meaning
I destroy, cause to perish.
Usage
The verb ὀλοθρεύω (olothreuó) is used to convey the act of complete destruction or annihilation. It implies a thorough and decisive action, often in the context of divine judgment or wrath. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the totality of destruction that comes as a result of God's righteous judgment against sin and rebellion.
Bible references
Hebrews 11:28