Strong's G1553 · Greek
ἐκδημέω
ekdēméō
Definition
to emigrate, i.e. (figuratively) vacate or quit
KJV: be absent
Root / derivation: from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and G1218 (δῆμος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐκδημέω across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Corinthians3 verses
Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord:
2 Corinthians 5:8We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.
2 Corinthians 5:9Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1553 (ekdēméō) mean?
to emigrate, i.e. (figuratively) vacate or quit
How many times does G1553 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1553 (ἐκδημέω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “absent.”
How is ekdēméō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1553 is rendered as “absent” (3×).
Where does the Greek word ἐκδημέω come from?
from a compound of G1537 (ἐκ) and G1218 (δῆμος);