Strong's G2435 · Greek
ἱλαστήριον
hilastḗrion
Number
G2435
Language
Greek
Original word
ἱλαστήριον
Transliteration
hilastḗrion
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
an expiatory (place or thing), i.e. (concretely) an atoning victim, or (specially) the lid of the Ark (in the Temple)
KJV: mercyseat, propitiation
Root / derivation: neuter of a derivative of G2433 (ἱλάσκομαι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἱλαστήριον across 2 verses.
mercyseat1×
propitiation1×
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 G2435 (hilastḗrion) mean?
an expiatory (place or thing), i.e. (concretely) an atoning victim, or (specially) the lid of the Ark (in the Temple)
How many times does G2435 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2435 (ἱλαστήριον) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “mercyseat.”
How is hilastḗrion translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2435 is rendered as “mercyseat” (1×), “propitiation” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ἱλαστήριον come from?
neuter of a derivative of G2433 (ἱλάσκομαι);