Strong's G2223 · Greek
ζώνη
zone · /dzo'-nay/
Definition
probably akin to the base of 2218; a belt; by implication, a pocket:--girdle, purse.
KJV: girdle, purse
Root / derivation: probably akin to the base of 2218
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ζώνη across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew2 verses
Mark2 verses
And John was clothed with camel's hair, and with a girdle of a skin about his loins; and he did eat locusts and wild honey;
Mark 6:8And commanded them that they should take nothing for their journey, save a staff only; no scrip, no bread, no money in their purse. money: the word signifieth a piece of brass money, in value somewhat less than a farthing, Mat.10.9.but here it is taken in general for money
Revelation2 verses
And in the midst of the seven candlesticks one like unto the Son of man, clothed with a garment down to the foot, and girt about the paps with a golden girdle.
Revelation 15:6And the seven angels came out of the temple, having the seven plagues, clothed in pure and white linen, and having their breasts girded with golden girdles.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2223 (zone) mean?
probably akin to the base of 2218; a belt; by implication, a pocket:--girdle, purse.
How many times does G2223 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2223 (ζώνη) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “girdle.”
How is zone translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2223 is rendered as “girdle” (5×), “girdles” (1×), “purse” (1×), “purses” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ζώνη come from?
probably akin to the base of 2218