Strong's G1559 · Greek
ἐκδιώκω
ekdioko · /ek-dee-o'-ko/
Number
G1559
Language
Greek
Original word
ἐκδιώκω
Transliteration
ekdioko
Pronunciation
ek-dee-o'-ko
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
from 1537 and 1377; to pursue out, i.e. expel or persecute implacably:--persecute.
KJV: persecute
Root / derivation: from 1537 and 1377
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐκδιώκω across 2 verses.
persecute1×
persecuted1×
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 G1559 (ekdioko) mean?
from 1537 and 1377; to pursue out, i.e. expel or persecute implacably:--persecute.
How many times does G1559 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1559 (ἐκδιώκω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “persecute.”
How is ekdioko translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1559 is rendered as “persecute” (1×), “persecuted” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐκδιώκω come from?
from 1537 and 1377