λείπω
leípō
“to leave, i.e. (intransitively or passively) to fail or be absent”
6 occurrencesNew TestamentUncommon Word
Definition
Strong’s Definition
to leave, i.e. (intransitively or passively) to fail or be absent
Mounce Concise Greek-English Dictionary
trans. to leave, forsake; pass. to be left, deserted; by impl. to be destitute of, deficient in, Jas. 1:4, 5; 2:15; intrans. to fail, be wanting, be deficient, Lk. 18:22; Tit. 1:5; 3:13*
Translated in KJV as
be destitute (wanting)lack
Etymology
a primary verb;
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“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.”