Strong's G2185 · Greek
ἐφικνέομαι
ephiknéomai
Definition
to arrive upon, i.e. extend to
KJV: reach
Root / derivation: from G1909 (ἐπί) and a cognate of G2240 (ἥκω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐφικνέομαι across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Corinthians2 verses
But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.
2 Corinthians 10:14For we stretch not ourselves beyond our measure, as though we reached not unto you: for we are come as far as to you also in preaching the gospel of Christ:
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2185 (ephiknéomai) mean?
to arrive upon, i.e. extend to
How many times does G2185 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2185 (ἐφικνέομαι) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “reach.”
How is ephiknéomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2185 is rendered as “reach” (1×), “reached” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἐφικνέομαι come from?
from G1909 (ἐπί) and a cognate of G2240 (ἥκω);