Strong's G2479 · Greek
ἰσχύς
ischus · /is-khoos'/
Definition
from a derivative of is (force; compare eschon, a form of 2192); forcefulness (literally or figuratively):--ability, might(-ily), power, strength.
KJV: ability, might(-ily), power, strength
Root / derivation: from a derivative of is (force
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἰσχύς across 11 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
11 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Mark2 verses
And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment.
Mark 12:33And to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the soul, and with all the strength, and to love his neighbour as himself, is more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices.
Ephesians2 verses
2 Thessalonians1 verse
Revelation3 verses
Saying with a loud voice, Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.
Revelation 7:12Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.
Revelation 18:2And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, and the hold of every foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2479 (ischus) mean?
from a derivative of is (force; compare eschon, a form of 2192); forcefulness (literally or figuratively):--ability, might(-ily), power, strength.
How many times does G2479 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2479 (ἰσχύς) appears in 11 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “strength.”
How is ischus translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2479 is rendered as “strength” (4×), “might” (2×), “power” (2×), “ability” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word ἰσχύς come from?
from a derivative of is (force