κατευθύνω

kateuthýnō

Number

G2720

Language

Greek

Original word

κατευθύνω

Transliteration

kateuthýnō

KJV occurrences

3 verses

Definition

to straighten fully, i.e. (figuratively) direct

KJV: guide, direct

Root / derivation: from G2596 (κατά) and G2116 (εὐθύνω);

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κατευθύνω across 3 verses.

direct2×

guide1×

3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Luke1 verse

To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.

1 Thessalonians1 verse

Now God himself and our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way unto you.

2 Thessalonians1 verse

And the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God, and into the patient waiting for Christ.

What does Strong's G2720 (kateuthýnō) mean?

to straighten fully, i.e. (figuratively) direct

How many times does G2720 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G2720 (κατευθύνω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “direct.”

How is kateuthýnō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G2720 is rendered as “direct” (2×), “guide” (1×).

Where does the Greek word κατευθύνω come from?

from G2596 (κατά) and G2116 (εὐθύνω);