Strong's G1917 · Greek
ἐπιβουλή
epiboulḗ
Definition
a plan against someone, i.e. a plot
KJV: laying (lying) in wait
Root / derivation: from a presumed compound of G1909 (ἐπί) and G1014 (βούλομαι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιβουλή across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts4 verses
But their laying await was known of Saul. And they watched the gates day and night to kill him.
Acts 20:3And there abode three months. And when the Jews laid wait for him, as he was about to sail into Syria, he purposed to return through Macedonia.
Acts 20:19Serving the Lord with all humility of mind, and with many tears, and temptations, which befell me by the lying in wait of the Jews:
Acts 23:30And when it was told me how that the Jews laid wait for the man, I sent straightway to thee, and gave commandment to his accusers also to say before thee what they had against him. Farewell.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1917 (epiboulḗ) mean?
a plan against someone, i.e. a plot
How many times does G1917 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1917 (ἐπιβουλή) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “wait.”
How is epiboulḗ translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1917 is rendered as “wait” (3×), “await” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπιβουλή come from?
from a presumed compound of G1909 (ἐπί) and G1014 (βούλομαι);