Strong's G2751 · Greek
κείρω
keiro · /ki'-ro/
Definition
a primary verb; to shear:--shear(-er).
KJV: shear(-er)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κείρω across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Acts2 verses
The place of the scripture which he read was this, He was led as a sheep to the slaughter; and like a lamb dumb before his shearer, so opened he not his mouth:
Acts 18:18And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he had a vow.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2751 (keiro) mean?
a primary verb; to shear:--shear(-er).
How many times does G2751 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2751 (κείρω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “shorn.”
How is keiro translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2751 is rendered as “shorn” (3×), “her” (1×), “shearer” (1×).