Strong's G1558 · Greek
ἔκδικος
ekdikos · /ek'-dik-os/
Number
G1558
Language
Greek
Original word
ἔκδικος
Transliteration
ekdikos
Pronunciation
ek'-dik-os
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
from 1537 and 1349; carrying justice out, i.e. a punisher:--a (re-)venger.
KJV: a (re-)venger
Root / derivation: from 1537 and 1349
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἔκδικος across 2 verses.
avenger1×
revenger1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1558 (ekdikos) mean?
from 1537 and 1349; carrying justice out, i.e. a punisher:--a (re-)venger.
How many times does G1558 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1558 (ἔκδικος) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “avenger.”
How is ekdikos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1558 is rendered as “avenger” (1×), “revenger” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἔκδικος come from?
from 1537 and 1349