G778: ἀσκέω
askéō · “to strive”
Definition
to elaborate, i.e. (figuratively) train (by implication, strive)
KJV translates it as: exercise
Word origin: probably from the same as G4632 (σκεῦος);
Extended definition
ἀσκέω, -ῶ
[in LXX: 2Ma.15:4 * ;]
1. to adorn (poët.).
2. to practise, exercise (Hdt., Xen.).
3. to endeavour (Xen., al.): with inf., Act.24:16.†
(AS)
[in LXX: 2Ma.15:4 * ;]
1. to adorn (poët.).
2. to practise, exercise (Hdt., Xen.).
3. to endeavour (Xen., al.): with inf., Act.24:16.†
(AS)
Abbott-Smith Manual Greek Lexicon (1922) via STEPBible TBESG (CC BY 4.0).
How G778 is translated
- strive ×1
Bible verses with G778 (askéō)
Askéō appears in 1 verse.
- Acts 24:16
And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men.