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ἐκκεντέω

ekkenteōto pierceHow to read Greek
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Definition

ἐκ-κεντέω, -ῶ

[in LXX chiefly for דָּקַר ;]

1. to prick out, put out (Arist.).

2. to pierce (Polyb., LXX): with accusative of person(s), John 19:37 (LXX), Revelation 1:7.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

2 total
  1. John 19:37ἐξεκέντησαν · they have pierced
    And, as another Scripture says: “They will look on the One they have pierced.”
  2. Revelation 1:7ἐξεκέντησαν · pierced
    Behold, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see Him—even those who pierced Him. And all the tribes of the earth will mourn because of Him. So shall it be! Amen.