Strong's G1950 · Greek
ἐπιλανθάνομαι
epilanthánomai
Definition
to lose out of mind; by implication, to neglect
KJV: (be) forget(-ful of)
Root / derivation: middle voice from G1909 (ἐπί) and G2990 (λανθάνω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιλανθάνομαι across 8 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew1 verse
Luke1 verse
Hebrews3 verses
For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.
Hebrews 13:2Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
Hebrews 13:16But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1950 (epilanthánomai) mean?
to lose out of mind; by implication, to neglect
How many times does G1950 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1950 (ἐπιλανθάνομαι) appears in 8 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “forgotten.”
How is epilanthánomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1950 is rendered as “forgotten” (3×), “forget” (2×), “Be” (1×), “forgetful” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word ἐπιλανθάνομαι come from?
middle voice from G1909 (ἐπί) and G2990 (λανθάνω);