Strong's Concordance/Greek/G1459

Strong's G1459 · Greek

ἐγκαταλείπω

enkataleípō

Number
G1459
Language
Greek
Original word
ἐγκαταλείπω
Transliteration
enkataleípō
KJV occurrences
9 verses

Definition

to leave behind in some place, i.e. (in a good sense) let remain over, or (in a bad sense) to desert

KJV: forsake, leave

Root / derivation: from G1722 (ἐν) and G2641 (καταλείπω);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐγκαταλείπω across 9 verses.

forsaken4×
forsake1×
forsaking1×
forsook1×
leave1×
left1×
wilt1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Matthew1 verse
Mark1 verse
Acts1 verse
Romans1 verse
2 Corinthians1 verse
2 Timothy2 verses
Hebrews2 verses

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G1459 (enkataleípō) mean?

to leave behind in some place, i.e. (in a good sense) let remain over, or (in a bad sense) to desert

How many times does G1459 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G1459 (ἐγκαταλείπω) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “forsaken.”

How is enkataleípō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G1459 is rendered as “forsaken” (4×), “forsake” (1×), “forsaking” (1×), “forsook” (1×), among other words.

Where does the Greek word ἐγκαταλείπω come from?

from G1722 (ἐν) and G2641 (καταλείπω);