Strong's G1051 · Greek
γάλα
gála
Definition
milk (figuratively)
KJV: milk
Root / derivation: of uncertain affinity;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered γάλα across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians2 verses
I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able.
1 Corinthians 9:7Who goeth a warfare any time at his own charges? who planteth a vineyard, and eateth not of the fruit thereof? or who feedeth a flock, and eateth not of the milk of the flock?
Hebrews2 verses
For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat.
Hebrews 5:13For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1051 (gála) mean?
milk (figuratively)
How many times does G1051 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1051 (γάλα) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “milk.”
How is gála translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1051 is rendered as “milk” (5×).
Where does the Greek word γάλα come from?
of uncertain affinity;