Strong's G2678 · Greek
κατασείω
kataseíō
Definition
to sway downward, i.e. make a signal
KJV: beckon
Root / derivation: from G2596 (κατά) and G4579 (σείω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κατασείω across 4 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts4 verses
But he, beckoning unto them with the hand to hold their peace, declared unto them how the Lord had brought him out of the prison. And he said, Go shew these things unto James, and to the brethren. And he departed, and went into another place.
Acts 13:16Then Paul stood up, and beckoning with his hand said, Men of Israel, and ye that fear God, give audience.
Acts 19:33And they drew Alexander out of the multitude, the Jews putting him forward. And Alexander beckoned with the hand, and would have made his defence unto the people.
Acts 21:40And when he had given him licence, Paul stood on the stairs, and beckoned with the hand unto the people. And when there was made a great silence, he spake unto them in the Hebrew tongue, saying,
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2678 (kataseíō) mean?
to sway downward, i.e. make a signal
How many times does G2678 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2678 (κατασείω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “beckoned.”
How is kataseíō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2678 is rendered as “beckoned” (2×), “beckoning” (2×).
Where does the Greek word κατασείω come from?
from G2596 (κατά) and G4579 (σείω);