μετάγω

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Definition

μετ-άγω

[in LXX: 3Ki.8.47-48, 2 Chronicles 6:37 (שָׁבָה) 2 Chronicles 36:3 (סוּר hi.), 1Es.1.45 Esther 2:10, Esther 5:69, Esther 8:17, Sir prol.16 Sir.10.8, 2Ma.1.33 * ;]

1. in Xen., Plut., and later writers, to transfer, transport (so LXX).

2. In sense other­wise unknown (see Hort, in l), to turn about, direct: James 3:3-4.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

2 total
  1. James 3:3μετάγομεν · we can guide
    When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can guide the whole animal.
  2. James 3:4μετάγεται · they are steered
    Consider ships as well. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot is inclined.