κῆρυξ

kēryx

Number

G2783

Language

Greek

Original word

κῆρυξ

Transliteration

kēryx

KJV occurrences

3 verses

Definition

a herald, i.e. of divine truth (especially of the gospel)

KJV: preacher

Root / derivation: from G2784 (κηρύσσω);

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κῆρυξ across 3 verses.

preacher3×

3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

1 Timothy1 verse

Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity.

2 Timothy1 verse

Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.

2 Peter1 verse

And spared not the old world, but saved Noah the eighth person, a preacher of righteousness, bringing in the flood upon the world of the ungodly;

What does Strong's G2783 (kēryx) mean?

a herald, i.e. of divine truth (especially of the gospel)

How many times does G2783 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G2783 (κῆρυξ) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “preacher.”

How is kēryx translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G2783 is rendered as “preacher” (3×).

Where does the Greek word κῆρυξ come from?

from G2784 (κηρύσσω);