Strong's G1634 · Greek
ἐκψύχω
ekpsýchō
Definition
to expire
KJV: give (yield) up the ghost
Root / derivation: from G1537 (ἐκ) and G5594 (ψύχω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐκψύχω across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts3 verses
And Ananias hearing these words fell down, and gave up the ghost: and great fear came on all them that heard these things.
Acts 5:10Then fell she down straightway at his feet, and yielded up the ghost: and the young men came in, and found her dead, and, carrying her forth, buried her by her husband.
Acts 12:23And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1634 (ekpsýchō) mean?
to expire
How many times does G1634 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1634 (ἐκψύχω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “ghost.”
How is ekpsýchō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1634 is rendered as “ghost” (3×).
Where does the Greek word ἐκψύχω come from?
from G1537 (ἐκ) and G5594 (ψύχω);