Strong's G1651 · Greek
ἐλέγχω
elegcho · /el-eng'-kho/
Definition
of uncertain affinity; to confute, admonish:--convict, convince, tell a fault, rebuke, reprove.
KJV: convict, convince, tell a fault, rebuke, reprove
Root / derivation: of uncertain affinity
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐλέγχω across 17 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
17 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
John4 verses
For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. reproved: or, discovered
John 8:9And they which heard it,2532 being convicted by their own conscience, went out one by one, beginning at the eldest, even unto the last: and Jesus was left alone, and the woman standing in the midst.
John 8:46Which of you convinceth me of sin? And if I say the truth, why do ye not believe me?
John 16:8And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment: reprove: or, convince
1 Corinthians1 verse
Ephesians2 verses
2 Timothy1 verse
Titus3 verses
Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers. as: or, in teaching
Titus 1:13This witness is true. Wherefore rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith;
Titus 2:15These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
James1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1651 (elegcho) mean?
of uncertain affinity; to confute, admonish:--convict, convince, tell a fault, rebuke, reprove.
How many times does G1651 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1651 (ἐλέγχω) appears in 17 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “rebuke.”
How is elegcho translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1651 is rendered as “rebuke” (4×), “reprove” (3×), “reproved” (3×), “convinced” (2×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word ἐλέγχω come from?
of uncertain affinity