Strong's Concordance/Greek/G2638

Strong's G2638 · Greek

καταλαμβάνω

katalambánō

Number
G2638
Language
Greek
Original word
καταλαμβάνω
Transliteration
katalambánō
KJV occurrences
14 verses

Definition

to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)

KJV: apprehend, attain, come upon, comprehend, find, obtain, perceive, (over-)take

Root / derivation: from G2596 (κατά) and G2983 (λαμβάνω);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered καταλαμβάνω across 14 verses.

apprehended2×
taken2×
apprehend1×
attained1×
comprehend1×
comprehended1×
found1×
obtain1×
overtake1×
perceive1×
perceived1×
taketh1×
upon1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Mark1 verse
John4 verses
Acts3 verses
Romans1 verse
1 Corinthians1 verse
Ephesians1 verse
Philippians2 verses
1 Thessalonians1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G2638 (katalambánō) mean?

to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)

How many times does G2638 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) appears in 14 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “apprehended.”

How is katalambánō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G2638 is rendered as “apprehended” (2×), “taken” (2×), “apprehend” (1×), “attained” (1×), among other words.

Where does the Greek word καταλαμβάνω come from?

from G2596 (κατά) and G2983 (λαμβάνω);