κομίζω
komizō
to bring/be repaid
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word "κομίζω" (komizō) appears 10 times in the Bible and is defined as "to bring/be repaid." This phrase suggests a sense of accountability or reciprocity, where one person or thing receives compensation or consequence for their actions. The word's usage is scattered throughout the New Testament, indicating its importance in various contexts. It is used to describe the outcome of one's actions, which may be either positive (e.g., reaping what one sows) or negative (e.g., receiving punishment for wrongdoing). The significance of "κομίζω" lies in its emphasis on personal responsibility and the consequences of one's choices. By highlighting the importance of accountability, the word encourages individuals to consider the potential outcomes of their actions and strive for a balanced and just life.
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Occurrences in Scripture
10 total occurrences across the text
You ought therefore to have deposited my money with the bankers, and at my coming I should have received back my own with interest.
Luke 7:37Behold, a woman in the city who was a sinner, when she knew that he was reclining in the Pharisee’s house, brought an alabaster jar of ointment.
2 Corinthians 5:10For we must all be revealed before the judgment seat of Christ that each one may receive the things in the body according to what he has done, whether good or bad.
Ephesians 6:8knowing that whatever good thing each one does, he will receive the same good again from the Lord, whether he is bound or free.
Colossians 3:25But he who does wrong will receive again for the wrong that he has done, and there is no partiality.
Hebrews 10:36For you need endurance so that, having done the will of God, you may receive the promise.
Hebrews 11:19concluding that God is able to raise up even from the dead. Figuratively speaking, he also did receive him back from the dead.
Hebrews 11:39These all, having had testimony given to them through their faith, didn’t receive the promise,
1 Peter 1:9receiving the result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.
1 Peter 5:4When the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the crown of glory that doesn’t fade away.