καθαίρω

kathaírō

Number

G2508

Language

Greek

Original word

καθαίρω

Transliteration

kathaírō

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

to cleanse, i.e. (specially) to prune; figuratively, to expiate

KJV: purge

Root / derivation: from G2513 (καθαρός);

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered καθαίρω across 2 verses.

purged1×

purgeth1×

2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

John1 verse

Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit.

Hebrews1 verse

For then would they not have ceased to be offered? because that the worshippers once purged should have had no more conscience of sins.

What does Strong's G2508 (kathaírō) mean?

to cleanse, i.e. (specially) to prune; figuratively, to expiate

How many times does G2508 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G2508 (καθαίρω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “purged.”

How is kathaírō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G2508 is rendered as “purged” (1×), “purgeth” (1×).

Where does the Greek word καθαίρω come from?

from G2513 (καθαρός);