Strong’s G5013
ταπεινόω
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
tapeinoó
Pronunciation
tah-pay-NAH-oh
Definition
To humble, to bring low, to abase
Meaning
I make or bring low, humble, humiliate; pass: I am humbled.
Usage
The verb ταπεινόω (tapeinoó) primarily means to make low or to humble. It is used in the New Testament to describe both a voluntary and involuntary act of humility. This can refer to a physical lowering, as well as a metaphorical lowering of one's pride or status. The term is often used in the context of spiritual humility, where believers are encouraged to humble themselves before God and others.
Bible references
Matthew 18:4;Matthew 23:12;Matthew 23:12;Luke 3:5;Luke 14:11;Luke 14:11;Luke 18:14;Luke 18:14;2 Corinthians 11:7;2 Corinthians 12:21;Philippians 2:8;Philippians 4:12;James 4:10;1 Peter 5:6