Strong's G1556 · Greek
ἐκδικέω
ekdikéō
Definition
to vindicate, retaliate, punish
KJV: a (re-)venge
Root / derivation: from G1558 (ἔκδικος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐκδικέω across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke2 verses
2 Corinthians1 verse
Revelation2 verses
And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth?
Revelation 19:2For true and righteous are his judgments: for he hath judged the great whore, which did corrupt the earth with her fornication, and hath avenged the blood of his servants at her hand.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1556 (ekdikéō) mean?
to vindicate, retaliate, punish
How many times does G1556 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1556 (ἐκδικέω) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Avenge.”
How is ekdikéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1556 is rendered as “Avenge” (4×), “avenged” (1×), “revenge” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐκδικέω come from?
from G1558 (ἔκδικος);