Strong's G2405 · Greek
ἱερατεία
hierateía
Number
G2405
Language
Greek
Original word
ἱερατεία
Transliteration
hierateía
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
priestliness, i.e. the sacerdotal function
KJV: office of the priesthood, priest's office
Root / derivation: from G2407 (ἱερατεύω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἱερατεία across 2 verses.
office1×
priesthood1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2405 (hierateía) mean?
priestliness, i.e. the sacerdotal function
How many times does G2405 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2405 (ἱερατεία) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “office.”
How is hierateía translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2405 is rendered as “office” (1×), “priesthood” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἱερατεία come from?
from G2407 (ἱερατεύω);