κατασκάπτω
kataskaptō
to ruin
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek verb "kataskaptō" (G2679) signifies the action of ruining or causing something to become desolate. Its primary meaning is destructive, aiming to destroy or ravage entities such as land or ecosystems. This verb occurs only twice in the Greek Bible, showing its limited but significant usage. Unfortunately, the provided data does not include the specific verses where "kataskaptō" appears. Nonetheless, its meaning is consistent in conveying a profound sense of devastation. "Kataskaptō" does not refer to a destructive force for its own sake, but rather it highlights the negative consequences of various actions. Understanding this verb can provide insight into the effects of destructive behavior on the environment, communities, and the consequences of human actions, showcasing the power of one's decisions on the world around us.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text