Strong's G2406 · Greek
ἱεράτευμα
hierateuma · /hee-er-at'-yoo-mah/
Definition
from 2407; the priestly fraternity, i.e. sacerdotal order (figuratively):--priesthood.
KJV: priesthood
Root / derivation: from 2407
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἱεράτευμα across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
1 Peter2 verses
Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. are: or, be ye
1 Peter 2:9But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: peculiar: or, purchased praises: or, virtues
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2406 (hierateuma) mean?
from 2407; the priestly fraternity, i.e. sacerdotal order (figuratively):--priesthood.
How many times does G2406 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2406 (ἱεράτευμα) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “priesthood.”
How is hierateuma translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2406 is rendered as “priesthood” (2×).
Where does the Greek word ἱεράτευμα come from?
from 2407