Greek Word Study · Strong’s G5409
φορέω
phoreō · “to wear”
Used 6 times across 5 books
Definition
φορέω, -ῶ
[in LXX: Pro.16:23 (יָסַף hi.), Sir.11:5, al. ;]
frequent. of φέρω, denoting repeated or habitual action (cf. Tr., Syn., § lviii), most commonly used of clothing, weapons, etc., to bear constantly, wear: Mat.11:8, Jhn.19:5, Rom.13:4, 1Co.15:49, Jas.2:3.†
[in LXX: Pro.16:23 (יָסַף hi.), Sir.11:5, al. ;]
frequent. of φέρω, denoting repeated or habitual action (cf. Tr., Syn., § lviii), most commonly used of clothing, weapons, etc., to bear constantly, wear: Mat.11:8, Jhn.19:5, Rom.13:4, 1Co.15:49, Jas.2:3.†
Where it appears
Matthew1
John1
Romans1
1 Corinthians2
James1
In the text
Matthew 11:8But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft clothing are in kings’ houses.John 19:5Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man!Romans 13:4For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.1 Corinthians 15:49And as we have borne the image of the earthy, we shall also bear the image of the heavenly.James 2:3And ye have respect to him that weareth the gay clothing, and say unto him, Sit thou here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand thou there, or sit here under my footstool:
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