πρέπω prépō
Meaning
to tower up (be conspicuous), i.e. (by implication) to be suitable or proper (third person singular present indicative, often used impersonally, it is fit or right)
In the King James Version: become, comely
Derivation: apparently a primary verb;
Where it is used
- Matthew 3:15 “Let it be so now,” Jesus replied. “It is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness in this way.” Then John permitted Him.
- 1 Corinthians 11:13 Judge for yourselves: Is it proper for a woman to pray to God with her head uncovered?
- Ephesians 5:3 But among you, as is proper among the saints, there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed.
- 1 Timothy 2:10 but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God.
- Titus 2:1 But as for you, speak the things that are consistent with sound doctrine.
- Hebrews 2:10 In bringing many sons to glory, it was fitting for God, for whom and through whom all things exist, to make the author of their salvation perfect through suffering.
- Hebrews 7:26 Such a high priest truly befits us—One who is holy, innocent, undefiled, set apart from sinners, and exalted above the heavens.