θεμελιόωthemelióō
to lay a basis for, i.e. (literally) erect, or (figuratively) consolidate
Greek (New Testament) · G2311
Meanings
to lay the foundation of, to found: with accusative, τ. γῆν, Hebrews 1:10(LXX); passive, Matthew 7:25, Luke 6:48; metaphorically, 1 Peter 5:10 (R, margin, settle); passive, Ephesians 3:18, Colossians 1:23.
Same root
Where it appears
Appears 5 times in the Bible.
- Matthew 7:25 Though the rain comes in torrents and the floodwaters rise and the winds beat against that house, it won’t collapse because it is built on bedrock.
- Ephesians 3:17 Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong.
- Colossians 1:23 But you must continue to believe this truth and stand firmly in it. Don’t drift away from the assurance you received when you heard the Good News. The Good News has been preached all over the world, and I, Paul, have been appointed as God’s servant to proclaim it.
- Hebrews 1:10 He also says to the Son, “In the beginning, Lord, you laid the foundation of the earth and made the heavens with your hands.
- 1 Peter 5:10 In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation.
Source: G. Abbott-Smith, A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament (1922), public domain.