Strong’s G3792

ὀχλοποιέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ochlopoieó

Pronunciation

okh-lo-poy-EH-o

Definition

To incite a crowd, to cause a disturbance, to stir up a mob

Meaning

I gather a crowd, make a riot.

Usage

The verb ὀχλοποιέω is used to describe the act of inciting or stirring up a crowd, often leading to a disturbance or riot. It conveys the idea of agitating a group of people to action, typically in a negative or disruptive manner. This term is used in the context of social or political unrest, where individuals or groups seek to manipulate public sentiment for a particular cause or against a perceived threat.

Bible references

Acts 17:5