Word study · Greek

epitimaō

to rebuke, to command sternly

Say it: eh-pee-tee-MAH-oh (approximate)

ἐπιτιμάω

What it means

To rebuke, to speak sharply to. In Luke 4 Jesus rebukes the unclean spirit (4:35), the fever (4:39), and the demons, and does not let them speak (4:41), as a master commands what is under him.

Range of meaning

  • RebukeSpeak sharply against.
  • Command sternlyGive a strict order, often to silence.
  • WarnCharge someone strongly.

In Luke

  • Chapter 4

    He rebukes the demon and the fever (4:35, 4:39, 4:41).