Strong's G1850 · Greek
ἐξουσιάζω
exousiázō
Definition
to control
KJV: exercise authority upon, bring under the (have) power of
Root / derivation: from G1849 (ἐξουσία);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐξουσιάζω across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Corinthians2 verses
All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.
1 Corinthians 7:4The wife hath not power of her own body, but the husband: and likewise also the husband hath not power of his own body, but the wife.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1850 (exousiázō) mean?
to control
How many times does G1850 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1850 (ἐξουσιάζω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “power.”
How is exousiázō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1850 is rendered as “power” (3×), “hath” (2×), “upon” (1×), “will” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐξουσιάζω come from?
from G1849 (ἐξουσία);