Strong's G2020 · Greek
ἐπιφώσκω
epiphṓskō
Number
G2020
Language
Greek
Original word
ἐπιφώσκω
Transliteration
epiphṓskō
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to begin to grow light
KJV: begin to dawn, X draw on
Root / derivation: a form of G2017 (ἐπιφαύω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιφώσκω across 2 verses.
dawn1×
on1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2020 (epiphṓskō) mean?
to begin to grow light
How many times does G2020 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2020 (ἐπιφώσκω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “dawn.”
How is epiphṓskō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2020 is rendered as “dawn” (1×), “on” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπιφώσκω come from?
a form of G2017 (ἐπιφαύω);