Strong's G2727 · Greek
κατηχέω
katēchéō
Definition
to sound down into the ears, i.e. (by implication) to indoctrinate ("catechize") or (genitive case) to apprise of
KJV: inform, instruct, teach
Root / derivation: from G2596 (κατά) and G2279 (ἦχος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κατηχέω across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke1 verse
Acts3 verses
This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John.
Acts 21:21And they are informed of thee, that thou teachest all the Jews which are among the Gentiles to forsake Moses, saying that they ought not to circumcise their children, neither to walk after the customs.
Acts 21:24Them take, and purify thyself with them, and be at charges with them, that they may shave their heads: and all may know that those things, whereof they were informed concerning thee, are nothing; but that thou thyself also walkest orderly, and keepest the law.
Romans1 verse
1 Corinthians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2727 (katēchéō) mean?
to sound down into the ears, i.e. (by implication) to indoctrinate ("catechize") or (genitive case) to apprise of
How many times does G2727 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2727 (κατηχέω) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “informed.”
How is katēchéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2727 is rendered as “informed” (2×), “instructed” (2×), “in” (1×), “taught” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word κατηχέω come from?
from G2596 (κατά) and G2279 (ἦχος);