αἰσχύνομαι

aischýnomai

Number

G153

Language

Greek

Original word

αἰσχύνομαι

Transliteration

aischýnomai

KJV occurrences

5 verses

Definition

to feel shame (for oneself)

KJV: be ashamed

Root / derivation: from (disfigurement, i.e. disgrace);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered αἰσχύνομαι across 5 verses.

ashamed5×

him1×

should1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Luke1 verse

Luke 16:3

Then the steward said within himself, What shall I do? for my lord taketh away from me the stewardship: I cannot dig; to beg I am ashamed.

2 Corinthians1 verse

2 Corinthians 10:8

For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed:

Philippians1 verse

Philippians 1:20

According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death.

1 Peter1 verse

1 Peter 4:16

Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf.

1 John1 verse

1 John 2:28

And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.

Topics that use this word

Ministers Agriculture or Husbandry Constancy Death Dishonesty Embezzlement Faith Malfeasance in Office Persecution Resignation Second Coming of Christ, the Union With Christ

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G153 (aischýnomai) mean?

to feel shame (for oneself)

How many times does G153 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G153 (αἰσχύνομαι) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “ashamed.”

How is aischýnomai translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G153 is rendered as “ashamed” (5×), “him” (1×), “should” (1×).

Where does the Greek word αἰσχύνομαι come from?

from (disfigurement, i.e. disgrace);