Strong’s G4969

σφάζω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

sphazó

Pronunciation

sfad'-zo

Definition

To slay, to slaughter, to kill

Meaning

I slay, kill by violence, slaughter, wound mortally.

Usage

The Greek verb "sphazó" primarily means to slay or slaughter, often in the context of a sacrificial or violent death. It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of killing, particularly in a sacrificial or ritualistic sense, as well as in the context of persecution and martyrdom.

Bible references

1 John 3:12;1 John 3:12;Revelation 5:6;Revelation 5:9;Revelation 5:12;Revelation 6:4;Revelation 6:9;Revelation 13:3;Revelation 13:8;Revelation 18:24