Strong's G1884 · Greek
ἐπαρκέω
eparkéō
Definition
to avail for, i.e. help
KJV: relieve
Root / derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and G714 (ἀρκέω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπαρκέω across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Timothy2 verses
Well reported of for good works; if she have brought up children, if she have lodged strangers, if she have washed the saints’ feet, if she have relieved the afflicted, if she have diligently followed every good work.
1 Timothy 5:16If any man or woman that believeth have widows, let them relieve them, and let not the church be charged; that it may relieve them that are widows indeed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1884 (eparkéō) mean?
to avail for, i.e. help
How many times does G1884 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1884 (ἐπαρκέω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “relieve.”
How is eparkéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1884 is rendered as “relieve” (2×), “relieved” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπαρκέω come from?
from G1909 (ἐπί) and G714 (ἀρκέω);