Strong's G1988 · Greek
ἐπιστάτης
epistátēs
Definition
an appointee over, i.e. commander (teacher)
KJV: master
Root / derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and a presumed derivative of G2476 (ἵστημι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιστάτης across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke6 verses
And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.
Luke 8:24And they came to him, and awoke him, saying, Master, master, we perish. Then he arose, and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water: and they ceased, and there was a calm.
Luke 8:45And Jesus said, Who touched me? When all denied, Peter and they that were with him said, Master, the multitude throng thee and press thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me?
Luke 9:33And it came to pass, as they departed from him, Peter said unto Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here: and let us make three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias: not knowing what he said.
Luke 9:49And John answered and said, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name; and we forbad him, because he followeth not with us.
Luke 17:13And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1988 (epistátēs) mean?
an appointee over, i.e. commander (teacher)
How many times does G1988 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1988 (ἐπιστάτης) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Master.”
How is epistátēs translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1988 is rendered as “Master” (7×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπιστάτης come from?
from G1909 (ἐπί) and a presumed derivative of G2476 (ἵστημι);