ἐπιποθέω epipothéō

Greek · Strong's G1971 · used 9 times in 9 verses

Meaning

to dote upon, i.e. intensely crave possession (lawfully or wrongfully)

In the King James Version: (earnestly) desire (greatly), (greatly) long (after), lust

Derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and potheo (to yearn);

Romans 1:11 For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you,
2 Corinthians 5:2 For in this tent we groan, longing to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling,
2 Corinthians 9:14 And their prayers for you will express their affection for you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you.
Philippians 1:8 God is my witness how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus.
Philippians 2:26 For he has been longing for all of you and is distressed because you heard he was ill.
1 Thessalonians 3:6 But just now, Timothy has returned from his visit with the good news about your faith, your love, and the fond memories you have preserved, longing to see us just as we long to see you.
2 Timothy 1:4 Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.
James 4:5 Or do you think the Scripture says without reason that the Spirit He caused to dwell in us yearns with envy?
1 Peter 2:2 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation,