Strong's G2666 · Greek
καταπίνω
katapínō
Definition
to drink down, i.e. gulp entire (literally or figuratively)
KJV: devour, drown, swallow (up)
Root / derivation: from G2596 (κατά) and G4095 (πίνω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered καταπίνω across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Corinthians2 verses
So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.
2 Corinthians 5:4For we that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, that mortality might be swallowed up of life.
Hebrews1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2666 (katapínō) mean?
to drink down, i.e. gulp entire (literally or figuratively)
How many times does G2666 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2666 (καταπίνω) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “up.”
How is katapínō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2666 is rendered as “up” (4×), “devour” (1×), “drowned” (1×), “swallow” (1×).
Where does the Greek word καταπίνω come from?
from G2596 (κατά) and G4095 (πίνω);