Strong’s G4762

στρέφω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

strephó

Pronunciation

STREF-oh

Definition

To turn, to change, to convert

Meaning

I turn, am converted, change, change my direction.

Usage

The Greek verb "strephó" primarily means "to turn" or "to change." It is used in various contexts in the New Testament to describe physical turning, such as turning one's body or direction, as well as metaphorical turning, such as changing one's mind or converting spiritually. The term can imply a change of state or condition, often with a focus on repentance or transformation.

Bible references

Matthew 5:39;Matthew 7:6;Matthew 9:22;Matthew 16:23;Matthew 18:3;Matthew 27:3;Luke 7:9;Luke 7:44;Luke 9:55;Luke 10:23;Luke 14:25;Luke 22:61;Luke 23:28;John 1:38;John 12:40;John 20:14;John 20:16;Acts 7:39;Acts 7:42;Acts 13:46;Revelation 11:6