Strong's G2508 · Greek
καθαίρω
kathairo · /kath-ah'-ee-ro/
Number
G2508
Language
Greek
Original word
καθαίρω
Transliteration
kathairo
Pronunciation
kath-ah'-ee-ro
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
from 2513; to cleanse, i.e. (specially) to prune; figuratively, to expiate:--purge.
KJV: purge
Root / derivation: from 2513
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered καθαίρω across 2 verses.
purged1×
purgeth1×
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 G2508 (kathairo) mean?
from 2513; to cleanse, i.e. (specially) to prune; figuratively, to expiate:--purge.
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 kathairo 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 2513