Strong's G2623 · Greek
κατακλείω
katakleíō
Number
G2623
Language
Greek
Original word
κατακλείω
Transliteration
katakleíō
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to shut down (in a dungeon), i.e. incarcerate
KJV: shut up
Root / derivation: from G2596 (κατά) and G2808 (κλείω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κατακλείω across 2 verses.
up2×
did1×
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 G2623 (katakleíō) mean?
to shut down (in a dungeon), i.e. incarcerate
How many times does G2623 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2623 (κατακλείω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “up.”
How is katakleíō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2623 is rendered as “up” (2×), “did” (1×).
Where does the Greek word κατακλείω come from?
from G2596 (κατά) and G2808 (κλείω);