To purpose

G2309
Greek
UBS
θέλω
thélōeth-el-eh'-o
Verb

Definition

to purpose, generally based upon a preference and desire

Semantic Domains

Think
Hold a View
Believe
Trust
Attitudes and Emotions
Communication

Etymology

apparently strengthened from the alternate form of G138 (αἱρέομαι);

KJV Translations

desire, be disposed (forward), intend, list, love, mean, please, have rather, (be) will (have, -ling, - ling(-ly))

Occurrences201
Frequency Rank#86

Verse Usage

This word appears 201 times in the Bible. Verse examples coming soon.