Strong’s G5461

φωτίζω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

phótizó

Pronunciation

fo-tid'-zo

Definition

To enlighten, illuminate, bring to light, make clear.

Meaning

(a) I light up, illumine, (b) I bring to light, make evident, reveal.

Usage

The verb "phótizó" primarily means to give light or to illuminate. In the New Testament, it is often used metaphorically to describe the act of enlightening the mind or spirit, bringing understanding or revelation. It conveys the idea of making something clear or manifest, often in a spiritual or moral sense.

Bible references

Luke 11:36;John 1:9;1 Corinthians 4:5;Ephesians 1:18;Ephesians 3:9;2 Timothy 1:10;Hebrews 6:4;Hebrews 10:32;Revelation 18:1;Revelation 21:23;Revelation 22:5