Definition
πολιτεύω more frequently as depon., -ομαι, and so in LXX and NT
(πολίτης), [in LXX: Esther 8:13, 2Ma.6.1 2Mac.11.25, 3Ma.3.4 3Mac.3.1-30; 4Ma.4.1-26 * ;]
to be a citizen, live as a citizen: metaphorically, of conduct as based on heavenly citizenship, Acts 23:1, Philippians 1:27.
Usage patterns
Occurrences
2 total
- Acts 23:1πεπολίτευμαι · have conducted myselfPaul looked directly at the Sanhedrin and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God in all good conscience to this day.”
- Philippians 1:27πολιτεύεσθε · conduct yourselvesNevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel,