Strong's G1907 · Greek
ἐπέχω
epéchō
Definition
to hold upon, i.e. (by implication) to retain; (by extension) to detain; (with implication, of G3563 (νοῦς)) to pay attention to
KJV: give (take) heed unto, hold forth, mark, stay
Root / derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and G2192 (ἔχω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπέχω across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
Philippians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1907 (epéchō) mean?
to hold upon, i.e. (by implication) to retain; (by extension) to detain; (with implication, of G3563 (νοῦς)) to pay attention to
How many times does G1907 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1907 (ἐπέχω) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “heed.”
How is epéchō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1907 is rendered as “heed” (2×), “forth” (1×), “marked” (1×), “stayed” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπέχω come from?
from G1909 (ἐπί) and G2192 (ἔχω);