Strong’s G3868

παραιτέομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

paraiteomai

Pronunciation

pah-rah-ee-TEH-oh-my

Definition

To refuse, to reject, to decline, to avoid

Meaning

I beg off, make excuse, deprecate, refuse, reject, decline, shun, avoid.

Usage

The Greek verb "παραιτέομαι" (paraiteomai) primarily means to refuse or reject something offered or requested. It can also imply avoiding or shunning something. In the New Testament, it is often used in contexts where individuals are urged to reject or avoid certain behaviors, teachings, or requests that are contrary to God's will.

Bible references

Mark 15:6;Luke 14:18;Luke 14:18;Luke 14:19;Acts 25:11;1 Timothy 4:7;1 Timothy 5:11;2 Timothy 2:23;Titus 3:10;Hebrews 12:19;Hebrews 12:25;Hebrews 12:25