Strong's Concordance/Greek/G1388

Strong's G1388 · Greek

δόλος

dolos · /dol'-os/

Number
G1388
Language
Greek
Original word
δόλος
Transliteration
dolos
Pronunciation
dol'-os
KJV occurrences
12 verses

Definition

from an obsolete primary verb, dello (probably meaning to decoy; compare 1185); a trick (bait), i.e. (figuratively) wile:--craft, deceit, guile, subtilty.

KJV: craft, deceit, guile, subtilty

Root / derivation: from an obsolete primary verb, dello (probably meaning to decoy

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered δόλος across 12 verses.

guile7×
deceit2×
subtilty2×
craft1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

12 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Matthew1 verse
Mark2 verses
John1 verse
Acts1 verse
Romans1 verse
2 Corinthians1 verse
1 Thessalonians1 verse
1 Peter3 verses
Revelation1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G1388 (dolos) mean?

from an obsolete primary verb, dello (probably meaning to decoy; compare 1185); a trick (bait), i.e. (figuratively) wile:--craft, deceit, guile, subtilty.

How many times does G1388 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G1388 (δόλος) appears in 12 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “guile.”

How is dolos translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G1388 is rendered as “guile” (7×), “deceit” (2×), “subtilty” (2×), “craft” (1×).

Where does the Greek word δόλος come from?

from an obsolete primary verb, dello (probably meaning to decoy