Strong’s G4350

προσκόπτω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

proskoptó

Pronunciation

pros-KOP-to

Definition

To stumble, to strike against, to offend

Meaning

I stumble, strike the foot against, beat upon, take offense at.

Usage

The verb "proskoptó" primarily means to strike against something, causing one to stumble or fall. It is often used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe spiritual stumbling or offense, where an individual encounters a moral or spiritual obstacle that causes them to falter in their faith or conduct.

Bible references

Matthew 4:6;Matthew 7:27;Luke 4:11;John 11:9;John 11:10;Romans 9:32;Romans 14:21;1 Peter 2:8