ζυγός

zygós

Number

G2218

Language

Greek

Original word

ζυγός

Transliteration

zygós

KJV occurrences

6 verses

Definition

a coupling, i.e. (figuratively) servitude (a law or obligation); also (literally) the beam of the balance (as connecting the scales)

KJV: pair of balances, yoke

Root / derivation: from the root of (to join, especially by a "yoke");

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ζυγός across 6 verses.

yoke5×

balances1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Matthew2 verses

Matthew 11:29

Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

Matthew 11:30

For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

Acts1 verse

Acts 15:10

Now therefore why tempt ye God, to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples, which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear?

Galatians1 verse

Galatians 5:1

Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.

1 Timothy1 verse

1 Timothy 6:1

Let as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name of God and his doctrine be not blasphemed.

Revelation1 verse

Revelation 6:5

And when he had opened the third seal, I heard the third beast say, Come and see. And I beheld, and lo a black horse; and he that sat on him had a pair of balances in his hand.

Topics that use this word

Yoke, Figurative Afflicted Saints Penitent Animals Circumcision Council Doctrines Famine Horse Justification Before God Law Meekness

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G2218 (zygós) mean?

a coupling, i.e. (figuratively) servitude (a law or obligation); also (literally) the beam of the balance (as connecting the scales)

How many times does G2218 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G2218 (ζυγός) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “yoke.”

How is zygós translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G2218 is rendered as “yoke” (5×), “balances” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ζυγός come from?

from the root of (to join, especially by a "yoke");