δέομαι

Strong’s Definition

to beg (as binding oneself), i.e., petition

Etymology & Derivation

middle voice of G1210

KJV Usage

beseech, pray (to), make request

Detailed Definition

From Thayer’s Greek Lexicon outline.

• 1.to want, lack
• 2.the thing asked for
• 3.to pray, make supplications
• 4.to desire, long for
• 5.to ask, beg

Scholarly Notes

compare G4441.

See Also