Strong's G2702 · Greek
καταφέρω
kataphérō
Definition
to bear down, i.e. (figuratively) overcome (with drowsiness); specially, to cast a vote
KJV: fall, give, sink down
Root / derivation: from G2596 (κατά) and G5342 (φέρω) (including its alternate);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered καταφέρω across 2 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
And there sat in a window a certain young man named Eutychus, being fallen into a deep sleep: and as Paul was long preaching, he sunk down with sleep, and fell down from the third loft, and was taken up dead.
Acts 26:10Which thing I also did in Jerusalem: and many of the saints did I shut up in prison, having received authority from the chief priests; and when they were put to death, I gave my voice against them.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2702 (kataphérō) mean?
to bear down, i.e. (figuratively) overcome (with drowsiness); specially, to cast a vote
How many times does G2702 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2702 (καταφέρω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “down.”
How is kataphérō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2702 is rendered as “down” (1×), “fallen” (1×), “gave” (1×).
Where does the Greek word καταφέρω come from?
from G2596 (κατά) and G5342 (φέρω) (including its alternate);