παραμένω paraménō

Meaning

to stay near, i.e. remain (literally, tarry; or figuratively, be permanent, persevere)

In the King James Version: abide, continue

Derivation: from G3844 (παρά) and G3306 (μένω);

Where it is used

• 1 Corinthians 16:6 Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go.
• Philippians 1:25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,
• Hebrews 7:23 Now there have been many other priests, since death prevented them from continuing in office.
• James 1:25 But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.