Strong's G1500 · Greek
εἰκῇ
eike · /i-kay'/
Definition
probably from 1502 (through the idea of failure); idly, i.e. without reason (or effect):--without a cause, (in) vain(-ly).
KJV: without a cause, (in) vain(-ly)
Root / derivation: probably from 1502 (through the idea of failure)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered εἰκῇ across 6 verses.
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 (eike) mean?
probably from 1502 (through the idea of failure); idly, i.e. without reason (or effect):--without a cause, (in) vain(-ly).
How many times does G1500 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1500 (εἰκῇ) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “vain.”
How is eike translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1500 is rendered as “vain” (5×), “cause” (1×), “vainly” (1×).
Where does the Greek word εἰκῇ come from?
probably from 1502 (through the idea of failure)