Strong's G1289 · Greek
διασπείρω
diaspeírō
Definition
to sow throughout, i.e. (figuratively) distribute in foreign lands
KJV: scatter abroad
Root / derivation: from G1223 (διά) and G4687 (σπείρω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered διασπείρω across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts3 verses
And Saul was consenting unto his death. And at that time there was a great persecution against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered abroad throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles.
Acts 8:4Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word.
Acts 11:19Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen travelled as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to none but unto the Jews only.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1289 (diaspeírō) mean?
to sow throughout, i.e. (figuratively) distribute in foreign lands
How many times does G1289 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1289 (διασπείρω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “abroad.”
How is diaspeírō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1289 is rendered as “abroad” (3×), “were” (1×).
Where does the Greek word διασπείρω come from?
from G1223 (διά) and G4687 (σπείρω);