ΘΕΛΓΩ, θελγω
THELGŌ, thelgō
Sounds Like: THEL-go
Translations: to charm, to bewitch, to soothe, to beguile
From the root: ΘΕΛΓΩ
Part of Speech: Verb
Explanation: This verb means to charm, bewitch, or soothe someone, often implying the use of flattery or deceptive persuasion. It describes the act of captivating or influencing someone's mind or emotions, sometimes with a negative connotation of leading them astray. It can be used in contexts where someone is being enticed or lulled into a certain state or action.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular
Strong’s number: G2333 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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- ἘΘΕΛΓΟΝ — they were charming, they were enchanting, they were bewitching, they were soothing, they were captivating
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