Strong's G2059 · Greek
ἑρμηνεύω
hermēneúō
Definition
to translate
KJV: interpret
Root / derivation: from a presumed derivative of G2060 (Ἑρμῆς) (as the god of language);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἑρμηνεύω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
John3 verses
Then Jesus turned, and saw them following, and saith unto them, What seek ye? They said unto him, Rabbi, (which is to say, being interpreted, Master,) where dwellest thou?
John 1:42And he brought him to Jesus. And when Jesus beheld him, he said, Thou art Simon the son of Jona: thou shalt be called Cephas, which is by interpretation, A stone.
John 9:7And said unto him, Go, wash in the pool of Siloam, (which is by interpretation, Sent.) He went his way therefore, and washed, and came seeing.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2059 (hermēneúō) mean?
to translate
How many times does G2059 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2059 (ἑρμηνεύω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “interpretation.”
How is hermēneúō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2059 is rendered as “interpretation” (3×), “interpreted” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἑρμηνεύω come from?
from a presumed derivative of G2060 (Ἑρμῆς) (as the god of language);