Strong's G1597 · Greek
ἔκπαλαι
ékpalai
Definition
long ago, for a long while
KJV: of a long time, of old
Root / derivation: from G1537 (ἐκ) and G3819 (πάλαι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἔκπαλαι across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Peter2 verses
And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not.
2 Peter 3:5For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water:
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1597 (ékpalai) mean?
long ago, for a long while
How many times does G1597 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1597 (ἔκπαλαι) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “old.”
How is ékpalai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1597 is rendered as “old” (1×), “time” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἔκπαλαι come from?
from G1537 (ἐκ) and G3819 (πάλαι);