Strong’s G4717

σταυρόω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

stauroó

Pronunciation

stow-ROH-o

Definition

To crucify

Meaning

I fix to the cross, crucify; fig: I destroy, mortify.

Usage

The verb "stauroó" primarily means to crucify, referring to the act of executing someone by nailing or binding them to a cross. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, as well as metaphorically to describe the spiritual act of putting to death the sinful nature.

Bible references

Matthew 20:19;Matthew 23:34;Matthew 26:2;Matthew 27:22;Matthew 27:23;Matthew 27:26;Matthew 27:31;Matthew 27:35;Matthew 27:38;Matthew 28:5;Mark 15:13;Mark 15:14;Mark 15:15;Mark 15:20;Mark 15:24;Mark 15:25;Mark 15:27;Mark 16:6;Luke 23:21;Luke 23:21;Luke 23:23;Luke 23:33;Luke 24:7;Luke 24:20;John 19:6