Keraia
Lexicon

μακαρίζω

makarizōto blessHow to read Greek
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Definition

μακαρζω

(μακάριος), [in LXX for אָשַׁר pi., pu. ;]

to bless, pronounce blessed or happy: with accusative of person(s), Luke 1:48, James 5:11.

Hebrew words it translates

The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as μακαρίζω:

Usage patterns

Old TestamentNew Testament

Occurrences

2 total
  1. Luke 1:48μακαριοῦσίν · will call me blessed
    For He has looked with favor on the humble state of His servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed.
  2. James 5:11μακαρίζομεν · blessed we consider
    See how blessed we consider those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen the outcome from the Lord. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.