Strong's G2272 · Greek
ἡσύχιος
hēsýchios
Definition
properly, keeping one's seat (sedentary), i.e. (by implication) still (undisturbed, undisturbing)
KJV: peaceable, quiet
Root / derivation: a prolonged form of a compound probably of a derivative of the base of G1476 (ἑδραῖος) and perhaps G2192 (ἔχω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἡσύχιος across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Timothy1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2272 (hēsýchios) mean?
properly, keeping one's seat (sedentary), i.e. (by implication) still (undisturbed, undisturbing)
How many times does G2272 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2272 (ἡσύχιος) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “peaceable.”
How is hēsýchios translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2272 is rendered as “peaceable” (1×), “quiet” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἡσύχιος come from?
a prolonged form of a compound probably of a derivative of the base of G1476 (ἑδραῖος) and perhaps G2192 (ἔχω);