The Greek word “bastazo”

Found 27 times in the New Testament, the Greek verb “bastazo” meant “pick up,” “bear,” “carry,” “endure.”

John the Baptist said he was not worthy to “bear” the Lord’s shoes (Mt. 3:11). Some “bear” the heat of the day (Mt. 20:12). A womb can “bear” children (Lk. 11:27). Jesus’ people are to “bear” a cross (Lk. 14:27). Some Jews “took up” stones to kill Jesus (Jn. 10:31). Burdens must be “borne” (Gal. 6:2, 5). We read about “bearing” evil men (Rev. 2:2).