Strong’s G5526

χορτάζω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chortazó

Pronunciation

khor-TAH-zo

Definition

To feed, to fill, to satisfy

Meaning

I feed, satisfy, fatten.

Usage

The verb "chortazó" primarily means to feed or to fill, often in the context of providing nourishment or satisfying hunger. It is used both literally, in terms of physical feeding, and metaphorically, in terms of spiritual or emotional satisfaction. In the New Testament, it frequently describes the act of satisfying physical hunger, as seen in the feeding of the multitudes by Jesus.

Bible references

Matthew 5:6;Matthew 14:20;Matthew 15:33;Matthew 15:37;Mark 6:42;Mark 7:27;Mark 8:4;Mark 8:8;Luke 6:21;Luke 9:17;Luke 15:16;Luke 16:21;John 6:26;Philippians 4:12;James 2:16;Revelation 19:21