phylasso

φυλάξῃ[6 verses](verb 3rd sg aor subj act) "Keep" is from phylasso, which means "to keep watch," "to guard," "to defend," "to keep watch and ward," "to wait in ambush for," and "to observe" [at an appointed time]. It is a metaphor for "preserve," "maintain," and "cherish." It does not means "observe" in the sense of "honor" or "abide by."  -- (CW) "Keep" is from a Greek verb that  means "to keep watch," "to guard," "to defend," "to keep watch and ward," and "to wait in ambush for."  It is a metaphor for "preserve," "maintain,"and "cherish." It does not mean "keep" in the sense of "abide by." CW --Confusing Word -- The "keep" does not capture the word's specific meaning in this situation.

Word Type
verb
Number Verses
6