Strong's G1696 · Greek
ἐμμένω
emménō
Number
G1696
Language
Greek
Original word
ἐμμένω
Transliteration
emménō
KJV occurrences
3 verses
Definition
to stay in the same place, i.e. (figuratively) persevere
KJV: continue
Root / derivation: from G1722 (ἐν) and G3306 (μένω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐμμένω across 3 verses.
continue1×
continued1×
continueth1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1696 (emménō) mean?
to stay in the same place, i.e. (figuratively) persevere
How many times does G1696 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1696 (ἐμμένω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “continue.”
How is emménō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1696 is rendered as “continue” (1×), “continued” (1×), “continueth” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐμμένω come from?
from G1722 (ἐν) and G3306 (μένω);