Strong's G2073 · Greek
ἑσπέρα
hespéra
Definition
KJV: evening(-tide)
Root / derivation: feminine of an adjective hesperos (evening); the eve (G5610 (ὥρα) being implied)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἑσπέρα across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
And they laid hands on them, and put them in hold unto the next day: for it was now eventide.
Acts 28:23And when they had appointed him a day, there came many to him into his lodging; to whom he expounded and testified the kingdom of God, persuading them concerning Jesus, both out of the law of Moses, and out of the prophets, from morning till evening.
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Frequently asked questions
How many times does G2073 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2073 (ἑσπέρα) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “evening.”
How is hespéra translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2073 is rendered as “evening” (2×), “eventide” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἑσπέρα come from?
feminine of an adjective hesperos (evening); the eve (G5610 (ὥρα) being implied)