Word study · Greek

hypotassō

to submit, to be subject

Say it: hoop-ot-AS-so (approximate)

ὑποτάσσω

What it means

To place under, to submit. Paul asks the Corinthians to be subject to Stephanas's household (16:16), says prophets' spirits are subject to prophets (14:32), and that all things will be placed under Christ (15:27-28).

Range of meaning

  • SubmitPlace oneself under.
  • Be subjectTake one's place in an order.

In 1 Corinthians

  • Chapter 16

    "That you also be in subjection to such" (16:16).