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The Greek verb “θραύω”

Limited to Lk. 4:18 and Mk. 14:3 (some manuscripts), the Greek verb “thrauo” meant “weaken,” “shatter,” “break in pieces.”  In Lk. 4:18, this word is used figuratively.  The Lord said He came to aid those who were “bruised.”