G3877: παρακολουθέω
parakolouthéō · “to follow”
Definition
to follow near, i.e. (figuratively) attend (as a result), trace out, conform to
KJV translates it as: attain, follow, fully know, have understanding
Extended definition
[in LXX: 2Ma.8:11 2Mac 9:27 R* ;]
with dative, to follow closely, accompany. Metaphorical, in various senses,
(a) to result: Mrk.16:17;
(b) to follow up, trace, investigate: Luk.1:3 (so frequently in cl.);
(with) to follow as a standard of conduct: 1Ti.4:6, 2Ti.3:10. (For exx. from π., see MM, xviii.)†
(AS)
Abbott-Smith Manual Greek Lexicon (1922) via STEPBible TBESG (CC BY 4.0).
How G3877 is translated
- will accompany: ×1
- having been acquainted ×1
- you have closely followed; ×1
- closely followed ×1
Bible verses with G3877 (parakolouthéō)
Parakolouthéō appears in 4 verses.
- Mark 16:17
And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
- Luke 1:3
It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,
- 1 Timothy 4:6
If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and of good doctrine, whereunto thou hast attained.
- 2 Timothy 3:10
But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience,