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πρεσβεύω

presbeuōbe ambassadorHow to read Greek
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Definition

πρεσβεύω

(πρέσβυς),

1. to be the elder, to take precedence.

2. to be an ambassador (see: πρεσβύτης): 2 Corinthians 5:20, Ephesians 6:20.

Usage patterns

Old TestamentNew Testament

Occurrences

2 total
  1. 2 Corinthians 5:20πρεσβεύομεν · we are ambassadors
    Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God.
  2. Ephesians 6:20πρεσβεύω · I am an ambassador
    …for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it fearlessly, as I should.