Strong's G2583 · Greek
κανών
kanṓn
Definition
a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
KJV: line, rule
Root / derivation: from (a straight reed, i.e. rod);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κανών across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Corinthians3 verses
But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.
2 Corinthians 10:15Not boasting of things without our measure, that is, of other men’s labours; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly,
2 Corinthians 10:16To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand.
Galatians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2583 (kanṓn) mean?
a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
How many times does G2583 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2583 (κανών) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “rule.”
How is kanṓn translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2583 is rendered as “rule” (4×), “line” (1×), “to” (1×).
Where does the Greek word κανών come from?
from (a straight reed, i.e. rod);