Strong's G1500 · Greek
εἰκῆ
eikē
Number
G1500
Language
Greek
Original word
εἰκῆ
Transliteration
eikē
KJV occurrences
6 verses
Definition
idly, i.e. without reason (or effect)
KJV: without a cause, (in) vain(-ly)
Root / derivation: probably from G1502 (εἴκω) (through the idea of failure);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered εἰκῆ across 6 verses.
vain5×
cause1×
vainly1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians1 verse
Galatians2 verses
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1500 (eikē) mean?
idly, i.e. without reason (or effect)
How many times does G1500 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1500 (εἰκῆ) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “vain.”
How is eikē translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1500 is rendered as “vain” (5×), “cause” (1×), “vainly” (1×).
Where does the Greek word εἰκῆ come from?
probably from G1502 (εἴκω) (through the idea of failure);