Strong’s G3973

παύω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

pauó

Pronunciation

PAH-oo-oh

Definition

To cease, to stop, to restrain

Meaning

(a) act: I cause to cease, restrain, hinder, (b) mid: I cease, stop, leave off.

Usage

The Greek verb "παύω" (pauó) primarily means to cease or stop an action or process. It can also imply causing something to come to an end or restraining oneself or others from continuing an activity. In the New Testament, it is often used in contexts where an action is halted or a state of rest is achieved.

Bible references

Luke 5:4;Luke 8:24;Luke 11:1;Acts 5:42;Acts 6:13;Acts 13:10;Acts 20:1;Acts 20:31;Acts 21:32;1 Corinthians 13:8;Ephesians 1:16;Colossians 1:9;Hebrews 10:2;1 Peter 3:10;1 Peter 4:1