Strong's G158 · Greek
αἴτιον
aítion
Definition
a reason or crime (like G156 (αἰτία))
KJV: cause, fault
Root / derivation: neuter of G159 (αἴτιος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered αἴτιον across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke3 verses
Then said Pilate to the chief priests and to the people, I find no fault in this man.
Luke 23:14Said unto them, Ye have brought this man unto me, as one that perverteth the people: and, behold, I, having examined him before you, have found no fault in this man touching those things whereof ye accuse him:
Luke 23:22And he said unto them the third time, Why, what evil hath he done? I have found no cause of death in him: I will therefore chastise him, and let him go.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G158 (aítion) mean?
a reason or crime (like G156 (αἰτία))
How many times does G158 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G158 (αἴτιον) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “cause.”
How is aítion translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G158 is rendered as “cause” (2×), “fault” (2×).
Where does the Greek word αἴτιον come from?
neuter of G159 (αἴτιος);