Strong's G105 · Greek
ἀετός
aetós
Definition
an eagle (from its wind-like flight)
KJV: eagle
Root / derivation: from the same as G109 (ἀήρ);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀετός across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew1 verse
Revelation2 verses
And the first beast was like a lion, and the second beast like a calf, and the third beast had a face as a man, and the fourth beast was like a flying eagle.
Revelation 12:14And to the woman were given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness, into her place, where she is nourished for a time, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G105 (aetós) mean?
an eagle (from its wind-like flight)
How many times does G105 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G105 (ἀετός) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “eagle.”
How is aetós translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G105 is rendered as “eagle” (2×), “eagles” (2×).
Where does the Greek word ἀετός come from?
from the same as G109 (ἀήρ);