Strong's Concordance/Greek/G1497

Strong's G1497 · Greek

εἴδωλον

eídōlon

Number
G1497
Language
Greek
Original word
εἴδωλον
Transliteration
eídōlon
KJV occurrences
11 verses

Definition

an image (i.e. for worship); by implication, a heathen god, or (plural) the worship of such

KJV: idol

Root / derivation: from G1491 (εἶδος);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered εἴδωλον across 11 verses.

idols7×
idol4×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Acts2 verses
Romans1 verse
1 Corinthians4 verses
2 Corinthians1 verse
1 Thessalonians1 verse
1 John1 verse
Revelation1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G1497 (eídōlon) mean?

an image (i.e. for worship); by implication, a heathen god, or (plural) the worship of such

How many times does G1497 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G1497 (εἴδωλον) appears in 11 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “idols.”

How is eídōlon translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G1497 is rendered as “idols” (7×), “idol” (4×).

Where does the Greek word εἴδωλον come from?

from G1491 (εἶδος);