Greek word study
σπαράσσω G4682
- Transliteration
- sparássō
- KJV glosses
- rend, tear
Lexical summary
apparently strengthened from G4685 (σπάω) through the idea of spasmodic contraction)
to mangle, i.e. convluse with epilepsy
Strong’s Exhaustive Concordance
apparently strengthened from G4685 (σπάω) through the idea of spasmodic contraction)
to mangle, i.e. convluse with epilepsy
A word’s possible definitions do not determine its meaning in every passage. Meaning is established by grammar, syntax, literary context, and usage.
Source: Strong’s Hebrew and Greek Lexicon. Data source information