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Name of God’s Son

ΚΥΒΕΡΝΑΩ, κυβερναω

KYBERNAŌ, kybernaō

Sounds Like: koo-ber-NAH-oh

Translations: to govern, to steer, to pilot, to direct, to guide

From the root: ΚΥΒΕΡΝΑΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Explanation: This verb means to steer or pilot a ship, and by extension, to govern or direct. It describes the act of controlling or guiding something, whether literally a vessel or metaphorically a group of people or an organization. It implies leadership and the ability to navigate challenges.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular; or Present, Active, Infinitive

Strong’s number: G2940 (Lookup on BibleHub)


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From the same root

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