Strong's G2284 · Greek
θαμβέω
thambéō
Definition
to stupefy (with surprise), i.e. astound
KJV: amaze, astonish
Root / derivation: from G2285 (θάμβος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered θαμβέω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Mark3 verses
And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.
Mark 10:24And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!
Mark 10:32And they were in the way going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed; and as they followed, they were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and began to tell them what things should happen unto him,
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2284 (thambéō) mean?
to stupefy (with surprise), i.e. astound
How many times does G2284 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2284 (θαμβέω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “amazed.”
How is thambéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2284 is rendered as “amazed” (2×), “astonished” (2×), “were” (1×).
Where does the Greek word θαμβέω come from?
from G2285 (θάμβος);