Strong's G1991 · Greek
ἐπιστηρίζω
epistērízō
Definition
to support further, i.e. reestablish
KJV: confirm, strengthen
Root / derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and G4741 (στηρίζω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιστηρίζω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts4 verses
Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.
Acts 15:32And Judas and Silas, being prophets also themselves, exhorted the brethren with many words, and confirmed them.
Acts 15:41And he went through Syria and Cilicia, confirming the churches.
Acts 18:23And after he had spent some time there, he departed, and went over all the country of Galatia and Phrygia in order, strengthening all the disciples.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1991 (epistērízō) mean?
to support further, i.e. reestablish
How many times does G1991 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1991 (ἐπιστηρίζω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Confirming.”
How is epistērízō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1991 is rendered as “Confirming” (2×), “confirmed” (1×), “strengthening” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπιστηρίζω come from?
from G1909 (ἐπί) and G4741 (στηρίζω);