Strong's G2021 · Greek
ἐπιχειρέω
epicheiréō
Definition
to put the hand upon, i.e. undertake
KJV: go about, take in hand (upon)
Root / derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and G5495 (χείρ);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιχειρέω across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
And he spake boldly in the name of the Lord Jesus, and disputed against the Grecians: but they went about to slay him.
Acts 19:13Then certain of the vagabond Jews, exorcists, took upon them to call over them which had evil spirits the name of the Lord Jesus, saying, We adjure you by Jesus whom Paul preacheth.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2021 (epicheiréō) mean?
to put the hand upon, i.e. undertake
How many times does G2021 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2021 (ἐπιχειρέω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “about.”
How is epicheiréō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2021 is rendered as “about” (1×), “hand” (1×), “them” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπιχειρέω come from?
from G1909 (ἐπί) and G5495 (χείρ);