Strong's G2025 · Greek
ἐπιχρίω
epichríō
Definition
to smear over
KJV: anoint
Root / derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and G5548 (χρίω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐπιχρίω across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
John2 verses
When he had thus spoken, he spat on the ground, and made clay of the spittle, and he anointed the eyes of the blind man with the clay,
John 9:11He answered and said, A man that is called Jesus made clay, and anointed mine eyes, and said unto me, Go to the pool of Siloam, and wash: and I went and washed, and I received sight.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2025 (epichríō) mean?
to smear over
How many times does G2025 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2025 (ἐπιχρίω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “anointed.”
How is epichríō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2025 is rendered as “anointed” (2×).
Where does the Greek word ἐπιχρίω come from?
from G1909 (ἐπί) and G5548 (χρίω);