◄ 2628. katakoloutheó ►
Strong's Lexicon katakoloutheó: To follow closely, to accompany Original Word: κατακολουθέω Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: katakoloutheó Pronunciation: kat-ak-ol-oo-theh'-o Phonetic Spelling: (kat-ak-ol-oo-theh'-o) Definition: I follow after. Meaning: To follow closely, to accompany, to attend diligently. Word Origin: From the preposition κατά (kata, meaning "down" or "according to") and the verb ἀκολουθέω (akoloutheō, meaning "to follow"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for κατακολουθέω, the concept of following closely or diligently can be related to Hebrew terms such as רָדַף (radaph, Strong's 7291), which means "to pursue" or "to follow after," and לָכַת (halak, Strong's 1980), which means "to walk" or "to go after." These terms similarly convey the idea of following with intent and purpose. Usage: The verb κατακολουθέω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of following closely or accompanying someone, often with a sense of attentiveness or diligence. Context: The Greek verb κατακολουθέω appears in the New Testament to convey the idea of following someone with close attention or dedication. This term is used to describe a form of discipleship or companionship that involves more than mere physical following; it implies a deeper level of commitment and attentiveness to the one being followed. In the context of the New Testament, κατακολουθέω is often associated with the relationship between Jesus and His disciples. It suggests a model of discipleship that requires not only physical presence but also a commitment to understanding and adhering to the teachings and example of Jesus. This term underscores the importance of an active and engaged form of following, where the follower is attentive to the leader's guidance and instruction. The use of κατακολουθέω in the New Testament highlights the call to a dedicated and intentional form of discipleship. It serves as a reminder of the commitment required to truly follow the teachings of Christ, emphasizing the need for diligence and attentiveness in one's spiritual journey. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from kata and akoloutheó Definition to follow after NASB Translation followed (1), following after (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2628: κατακολουθέω κατακολουθέω, κατακολούθω; 1 aorist participle κατακολουθησας; to follow after (see κατά, III. 5): Luke 23:55; τίνι, Acts 16:17. (the Sept., Polybius, Plutarch, Josephus, others.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance follow after. From kata and akoloutheo; to accompany closely -- follow (after). see GREEK kata see GREEK akoloutheo Forms and Transliterations κατακολουθήσασα Κατακολουθησασαι Κατακολουθήσασαι κατακολουθουσα κατακολουθοῦσα κατακολουθών κατάκοποι κατάκοπόν κατεκονδύλιζεν κατηκόντισέ Katakolouthesasai Katakolouthēsasai Katakolouthḗsasai katakolouthousa katakolouthoûsa Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Luke 23:55 V-APA-NFP GRK: Κατακολουθήσασαι δὲ αἱ NAS: with Him out of Galilee followed, and saw KJV: Galilee, followed after, and beheld INT: having followed moreover the Acts 16:17 V-APA-NFS GRK: αὕτη κατακολουθοῦσα τῷ Παύλῳ NAS: Following after Paul KJV: The same followed Paul and INT: She having followed Paul Strong's Greek 2628 2 Occurrences Κατακολουθήσασαι — 1 Occ. κατακολουθοῦσα — 1 Occ.