Strong's G1380 · Greek
δοκέω
dokeo · /dok-eh'-o/
Definition
a prolonged form of a primary verb, doko dok'-o (used only in an alternate in certain tenses; compare the base of 1166) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly):--be accounted, (of own) please(-ure), be of reputation, seem (good), suppose, think, trow.
KJV: be accounted, (of own) please(-ure), be of reputation, seem (good), suppose, think, trow
Root / derivation: a prolonged form of a primary verb, doko dok'-o (used only in an alternate in certain tenses
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered δοκέω across 62 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
62 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew10 verses
And think not to say within yourselves, We have Abraham to our father: for I say unto you, that God is able of these stones to raise up children unto Abraham.
Matthew 6:7But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.
Matthew 17:25He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?
Matthew 18:12How think ye? if a man have an hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, doth he not leave the ninety and nine, and goeth into the mountains, and seeketh that which is gone astray?
Matthew 21:28But what think ye? A certain man had two sons; and he came to the first, and said, Son, go work to day in my vineyard.
Matthew 22:17Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?
Matthew 22:42Saying, What think ye of Christ? whose son is he? They say unto him, The Son of David.
Matthew 24:44Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.
Matthew 26:53Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Matthew 26:66What think ye? They answered and said, He is guilty of death.
Mark2 verses
But when they saw him walking upon the sea, they supposed it had been a spirit, and cried out:
Mark 10:42But Jesus called them to him, and saith unto them, Ye know that they which are accounted to rule over the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and their great ones exercise authority upon them. are: or, think good
Luke11 verses
It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,
Luke 8:18Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have. seemeth: or, thinketh that he hath
Luke 10:36Which now of these three, thinkest thou, was neighbour unto him that fell among the thieves?
Luke 12:40Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not.
Luke 12:51Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
Luke 13:2And Jesus answering said unto them, Suppose ye that these Galilaeans were sinners above all the Galilaeans, because they suffered such things?
Luke 13:4Or those eighteen, upon whom the tower in Siloam fell, and slew them, think ye that they were sinners above all men that dwelt in Jerusalem? sinners: or, debtors
Luke 17:9Doth he thank that servant because he did the things that were commanded him? I trow not.
Luke 19:11And as they heard these things, he added and spake a parable, because he was nigh to Jerusalem, and because they thought that the kingdom of God should immediately appear.
Luke 22:24And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest.
Luke 24:37But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit.
John7 verses
Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.
John 5:45Do not think that I will accuse you to the Father: there is one that accuseth you, even Moses, in whom ye trust.
John 11:13Howbeit Jesus spake of his death: but they thought that he had spoken of taking of rest in sleep.
John 11:56Then sought they for Jesus, and spake among themselves, as they stood in the temple, What think ye, that he will not come to the feast?
John 13:29For some of them thought, because Judas had the bag, that Jesus had said unto him, Buy those things that we have need of against the feast; or, that he should give something to the poor.
John 16:2They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service.
John 20:15Jesus saith unto her, Woman, why weepest thou? whom seekest thou? She, supposing him to be the gardener, saith unto him, Sir, if thou have borne him hence, tell me where thou hast laid him, and I will take him away.
Acts9 verses
And he went out, and followed him; and wist not that it was true which was done by the angel; but thought he saw a vision.
Acts 15:22Then pleased it the apostles and elders, with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren:
Acts 15:25It seemed good unto us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,
Acts 15:28For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things;
Acts 15:34Notwithstanding it pleased Silas to abide there still.
Acts 17:18Then certain philosophers of the Epicureans, and of the Stoicks, encountered him. And some said, What will this babbler say?1161 other some, He seemeth to be a setter forth of strange gods: because he preached unto them Jesus, and the resurrection. babbler: or, base fellow
Acts 25:27For it seemeth to me unreasonable to send a prisoner, and not withal to signify the crimes laid against him.
Acts 26:9I verily thought with myself, that I ought to do many things contrary to the name of Jesus of Nazareth.
Acts 27:13And when the south wind blew softly, supposing that they had obtained their purpose, loosing thence, they sailed close by Crete.
1 Corinthians9 verses
Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise.
1 Corinthians 4:9For I think that God hath set forth us the apostles last, as it were appointed to death: for we are made a spectacle unto the world, and to angels, and to men. spectacle: Gr. theatre
1 Corinthians 7:40But she is happier if she so abide, after my judgment: and I think also that I have the Spirit of God.
1 Corinthians 8:2And if any man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know.
1 Corinthians 10:12Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.
1 Corinthians 11:16But if any man seem to be contentious, we have no such custom, neither the churches of God.
1 Corinthians 12:22Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are necessary:
1 Corinthians 12:23And those members of the body, which we think to be less honourable, upon these we bestow more abundant honour; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness. bestow: or, put on
1 Corinthians 14:37If any man think himself to be a prophet, or spiritual, let him acknowledge that the things that I write unto you are the commandments of the Lord.
2 Corinthians3 verses
That I may not seem as if I would terrify you by letters.
2 Corinthians 11:16I say again, Let no man think me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool receive me, that I may boast myself a little. receive: or, suffer
2 Corinthians 12:19Again, think ye that we excuse ourselves unto you? we speak before God in Christ: but we do all things, dearly beloved, for your edifying.
Galatians4 verses
And I went up by revelation, and communicated unto them that gospel which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately to them which were of reputation, lest by any means I should run, or had run, in vain. privately: or, severally
Galatians 2:6But of these who seemed to be somewhat, (whatsoever they were, it maketh no matter to me: God accepteth no man's person:) for they who seemed to be somewhat in conference added nothing to me:
Galatians 2:9And when James Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given unto me, they gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we should go unto the heathen, and they unto the circumcision.
Galatians 6:3For if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceiveth himself.
Philippians1 verse
Hebrews4 verses
Let us therefore fear, lest, a promise being left us of entering into his rest, any of you should seem to come short of it.
Hebrews 10:29Of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, and hath counted the blood of the covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace?
Hebrews 12:10For they verily for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure; but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness. after: or, as seemed good, or, meet to them
Hebrews 12:11Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
James2 verses
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1380 (dokeo) mean?
a prolonged form of a primary verb, doko dok'-o (used only in an alternate in certain tenses; compare the base of 1166) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly):--be accounted, (of own) please(-ure), be of reputation, seem (good), suppose, think, trow.
How many times does G1380 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1380 (δοκέω) appears in 62 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “think.”
How is dokeo translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1380 is rendered as “think” (18×), “seem” (5×), “seemeth” (5×), “thought” (5×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word δοκέω come from?
a prolonged form of a primary verb, doko dok'-o (used only in an alternate in certain tenses