Strong’s G3713

ὀρέγω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

oregó

Pronunciation

o-re'-go

Definition

To reach out, to stretch oneself, to desire, to aspire

Meaning

I stretch forth, mid: I hanker after, long for, am eager for, aspire to.

Usage

The Greek verb "orego" primarily means to stretch oneself out in order to touch or grasp something, often used metaphorically to denote a strong desire or aspiration for something. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a longing or striving for something, often with a positive connotation of aspiring to noble or virtuous goals.

Bible references

1 Timothy 3:1;1 Timothy 6:10;Hebrews 11:16