δελεάζω

deleazōto enticeHow to read Greek
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Definition

δελεάζω

(δέλεαρ, a bait),

to allure by a bait: metaphorically, to allure, entice: with accusative, 2 Peter 2:14, 18; pass., James 1:14.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

3 total
  1. James 1:14δελεαζόμενος · enticed
    But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed.
  2. 2 Peter 2:14δελεάζοντες · they seduce
    Their eyes are full of adultery; their desire for sin is never satisfied; they seduce the unstable. They are accursed children with hearts trained in greed.
  3. 2 Peter 2:18δελεάζουσιν · [and] entice
    With lofty but empty words, they appeal to the sensual passions of the flesh and entice those who are just escaping from others who live in error.