Strong's G1181 · Greek
δεκάτη
dekátē
Definition
a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
KJV: tenth (part), tithe
Root / derivation: feminine of G1182 (δέκατος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered δεκάτη across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Hebrews4 verses
To whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all; first being by interpretation King of righteousness, and after that also King of Salem, which is, King of peace;
Hebrews 7:4Now consider how great this man was, unto whom even the patriarch Abraham gave the tenth of the spoils.
Hebrews 7:8And here men that die receive tithes; but there he receiveth them, of whom it is witnessed that he liveth.
Hebrews 7:9And as I may so say, Levi also, who receiveth tithes, payed tithes in Abraham.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1181 (dekátē) mean?
a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
How many times does G1181 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1181 (δεκάτη) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “tithes.”
How is dekátē translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1181 is rendered as “tithes” (2×), “part” (1×), “tenth” (1×).
Where does the Greek word δεκάτη come from?
feminine of G1182 (δέκατος);